Last Shark Attack in Malta

The most recent recorded shark attack in Malta occurred on 07-Aug-2010 at Off Fort St. Elmo, Valetta. The incident was non-fatal and involved 3 m shark. The victim was windsurfing at the time of the incident.

Date: 07-Aug-2010
Location: Off Fort St. Elmo, Valetta
Outcome: Non-fatal
Species: 3 m shark
Activity: Windsurfing
Victim: David Bonavia

What happened

No injury, sail bitten

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Previous recorded incidents in Malta

between Filfla Island and Wied iz-ZurrieqJul 31, 1956
MarsascalaJul 19, 1956Fatal
MarsaskalaMar 6, 1907Fatal
MarsascalaFeb 24, 1890Fatal

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Malta?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Malta was on 07-Aug-2010, at Off Fort St. Elmo, Valetta.

Was the latest shark attack in Malta fatal?

No — the most recent recorded incident at Off Fort St. Elmo, Valetta was non-fatal.

What species was involved in the latest Malta shark attack?

The most recent recorded incident in Malta involved 3 m shark.

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