Fatal Shark Attack Investigation!
Synopsis
A massive great white shark killed 26-year-old Thomas Butterfield on Christmas Eve 2021 in Morro Bay, marking the first fatal attack in the area since 1957.
Synopsis
Ralph Collier and his assistant, Brandon McMillan, investigate a fatal shark attack that occurred on Christmas Eve 2021 in Morro Bay, California. The victim, Thomas Butterfield, was found dead on the beach, marking the first fatal attack in the area since 1957. Collier interviews local officials and witnesses, including Ben and Rebecca Frimmer, who were surfing nearby. Forensic evidence, including a tooth fragment found in Butterfield's bodyboard, may help identify the great white shark responsible for the attack.
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Why Watch
- Follow Ralph Collier's investigation into a fatal shark attack.
- See forensic evidence from Thomas Butterfield's bodyboard.
- Meet witnesses who were in the water during the attack.
Did You Know
- The last fatal shark attack in Morro Bay was in 1957.
- Thomas Butterfield was killed by a great white shark on December 24, 2021.
- There were no known witnesses to the attack on Thomas Butterfield.
- Five other victims have survived shark bites in Morro Bay since 1957.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did the fatal shark attack in Morro Bay occur?
The fatal shark attack in Morro Bay occurred on Christmas Eve, 2021.
What type of shark was involved in the attack on Thomas Butterfield?
The attack on Thomas Butterfield was attributed to a massive, great white shark.
What was the last fatal shark attack in Morro Bay before 2021?
The last fatal shark attack in Morro Bay before 2021 occurred in 1957 and claimed the life of a 25 year old college student from Brooklyn, New York.
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