Last Shark Attack in Tanzania

The most recent recorded shark attack in Tanzania occurred on 08-Sep-2000 at Coco Beach, Dar-es-Salaam (Reported as the 5th fatality in 3 months at Coco Beach). The incident was fatal and involved Bull Shark. The victim was swimming at the time of the incident.

Date: 08-Sep-2000
Location: Coco Beach, Dar-es-Salaam (Reported as the 5th fatality in 3 months at Coco Beach)
Outcome: Fatal
Species: Bull Shark
Activity: Swimming
Victim: Godfrey Msemwa

What happened

FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in Tanzania

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Tanzania?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Tanzania was on 08-Sep-2000, at Coco Beach, Dar-es-Salaam (Reported as the 5th fatality in 3 months at Coco Beach).

Was the latest shark attack in Tanzania fatal?

Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Coco Beach, Dar-es-Salaam (Reported as the 5th fatality in 3 months at Coco Beach) was fatal.

What species was involved in the latest Tanzania shark attack?

The most recent recorded incident in Tanzania involved Bull Shark.

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