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Last Shark Attack in Somalia

The most recent recorded shark attack in Somalia occurred on 15-Sep-2009 at 300 miles off the coast. The incident was non-fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was fishing at the time of the incident.

Date
15-Sep-2009
Location
300 miles off the coast
Outcome
Non-fatal
Species
Unidentified
Activity
Fishing
Victim
a Spanish sailor

What happened

Arm bitten PROVOKED INCIDENT

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Previous recorded incidents in Somalia

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Somalia?
The most recent recorded shark attack in Somalia was on 15-Sep-2009, at 300 miles off the coast.
Was the latest shark attack in Somalia fatal?
No — the most recent recorded incident at 300 miles off the coast was non-fatal.

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