Jenna James, 19, Bitten July 22nd, 2009
19 year old Jenna James was bitten on Wednesday July 22nd, 2009 while swimming off of the dock located in her back yard. The bite happened in the afternoon. The type of shark is not known. The water was reported to be murky at the time of the attack.
Ms. James’ injuries, though serious, are not considered to be fatal. Her sister assisted her in getting out of the water and tending to her wounds while waiting for paramedics to arrive.
References:
Scripps News
Herald Tribune
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