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Last Shark Attack in United States

The most recent recorded shark attack in United States occurred on 1900-1905 at Ocracoke Inlet. The incident was fatal and involved an unidentified shark. The victim was swimming at the time of the incident.

Date
~ 1900-1905 (estimated)
Location
Ocracoke Inlet
Outcome
Fatal
Species
Unidentified
Activity
Swimming
Victim
Coast Guard personnel

What happened

FATAL

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Previous recorded incidents in United States

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the last shark attack in United States?
The most recent recorded shark attack in United States was on 1900-1905, at Ocracoke Inlet.
Was the latest shark attack in United States fatal?
Yes — the most recent recorded incident at Ocracoke Inlet was fatal.

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