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Last Shark Attack in South Africa

The most recent recorded shark attack in South Africa occurred on No date at Arniston. The incident was non-fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was wading at the time of the incident.

Date
No date
Location
Arniston
Outcome
Non-fatal
Species
Unidentified
Activity
Wading
Victim
Madelaine Dalton

What happened

Ankle bitten

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Previous recorded incidents in South Africa

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in South Africa?
The most recent recorded shark attack in South Africa was on No date, at Arniston.
Was the latest shark attack in South Africa fatal?
No — the most recent recorded incident at Arniston was non-fatal.

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