Incident Jan. 3, 2012 - Australia - Michael Wells

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January 3, 2012
Michael Wells
North Avoca Beach, NSW, Australia

Michael Wells, 28, of North Avoca, was surfing shortly before 8pm on Tuesday when the animal latched on and pulled him down. He was able to swim to shore and raise the alarm after hitting it.
Mr Wells was rushed to Gosford Hospital where he was treated for a 5cm laceration on his forearm and a puncture to his wrist.

He believes that he was attacked by a bronze whaler. Witnesses reported the shark was brown and about 1.8 metres long.



Source:
www.news.com.au

www.smh.com.au