Date28-Feb-1959
TypeWatercraft
CountryAUSTRALIA
LocationPort Phillip Bay
ActivityFishing for snapper
SpeciesMako shark, 2.4 m [8'], <300-lb, identified by Dr. L.P. L. Schultz on photograph
InjuryNo injury to occupants. Shark leapt into boat, momentarily pinning Crew against the side
Victim14' open boat: occupants Richard Crew & Bob Thatcher, Male
SourceWest Australian, 3/1/1959; L. Schultz & M. Malin, p.552
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