Last Shark Attack in Kenya

The most recent recorded shark attack in Kenya occurred on 1990 or 1991 at Kilindini. The incident was non-fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was diving at the time of the incident.

Date: 1990 or 1991
Location: Kilindini
Outcome: Non-fatal
Species: Unidentified
Activity: Diving
Victim: Conway Plough & Dr. Jonathan Higgs

What happened

Conway's leg was bitten Higgs injury was FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in Kenya

KilindiniDec 31, 2015Fatal
Mama Ngina Beach, MombasaSep 16, 2011Fatal
Likoni ChannelJul 23, 2009Fatal
South of Lamu IslandJan 24, 1980
WatamuApr 15, 1971

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Kenya?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Kenya was on 1990 or 1991, at Kilindini.

Was the latest shark attack in Kenya fatal?

No — the most recent recorded incident at Kilindini was non-fatal.

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