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MOST RECENT INCIDENTS

2015
Date and Time:Jan 27, 3:30 am
Location:Maui, Pali scenic lookout
Activity:Fishing
Water clarity:Turbid
Water depth:on shore
Victim:M. Pollard
Description:

Lacerations to lower left leg. Considered a provoked incident due to activity.

Shark:Reef shark, species unknown, length 4 feet.
2014
Date and Time:Nov 13, 1:30 pm
Location:Maui, Kaanapali, Kahekili Beach Park, 100 yards from shore
Activity:Snorkeling
Water clarity:Clear
Water depth:20 ft
Victim:A. Haas
Description:

Laceration to upper left leg.

Shark:Species and length unknown.
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