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Last Shark Attack in Turkey

The most recent recorded shark attack in Turkey occurred on 05-Jul-1967 at Kucukada Island. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was spearfishing at the time of the incident.

Date
05-Jul-1967
Location
Kucukada Island
Outcome
Fatal
Species
Unidentified
Activity
Spearfishing
Victim
Gungor Guven

What happened

FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Turkey?
The most recent recorded shark attack in Turkey was on 05-Jul-1967, at Kucukada Island.
Was the latest shark attack in Turkey fatal?
Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Kucukada Island was fatal.

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