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Last Shark Attack in Scotland

The most recent recorded shark attack in Scotland occurred on 31-Aug-2012 at Off the Isle of Islay. The incident was non-fatal and involved Porbeagle. The victim was shark fishing at the time of the incident.

Date
31-Aug-2012
Location
Off the Isle of Islay
Outcome
Non-fatal
Species
Porbeagle
Activity
Shark fishing
Victim
Hamish Currie

What happened

No injury, shoe bitten by hooked and landed shark PROVOKED INCIDENT

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Previous recorded incidents in Scotland

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Scotland?
The most recent recorded shark attack in Scotland was on 31-Aug-2012, at Off the Isle of Islay.
Was the latest shark attack in Scotland fatal?
No — the most recent recorded incident at Off the Isle of Islay was non-fatal.
What species was involved in the latest Scotland shark attack?
The most recent recorded incident in Scotland involved Porbeagle.

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