Last Shark Attack in Turkey

The most recent recorded shark attack in Turkey occurred on 05-Jul-1967 at Kucukada Island. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was spearfishing at the time of the incident.

Date: 05-Jul-1967
Location: Kucukada Island
Outcome: Fatal
Species: Unidentified
Activity: Spearfishing
Victim: Gungor Guven

What happened

FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in Turkey

UcagizAug 29, 1962
İnciralti Beach, İzmirJul 15, 1961
Off MezitliJun 25, 1959
ConstantinopleDec 27, 1958
TurkeyJul 16, 1938

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in Turkey?

The most recent recorded shark attack in Turkey was on 05-Jul-1967, at Kucukada Island.

Was the latest shark attack in Turkey fatal?

Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Kucukada Island was fatal.

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