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12-year-old American in stable condition after shark attack in Bahamas
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Zach Kaplan , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway According to available information, the Bahamas has experienced a total of 34 unprovoked shark attacks since 1580.
A 12-year-old American is recovering after a shark attack in the Bahamas. The victim is reported to be in stable condition. The incident occurred in a region that has seen relatively few shark attacks.
According to available information, the Bahamas has experienced a total of 34 unprovoked shark attacks since 1580. Further details about the incident can be found through KTSM 9 News, which is following the story. The Bahamas is ranked ninth in terms of unprovoked shark attacks, though the overall number of incidents remains low.
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Category: local Published: June 24, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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