📋 Primary Sources

We prioritize primary sources for the most accurate and reliable data:

• Police and law enforcement reports
• Hospital and medical records
• Coroner and autopsy reports
• Eyewitness testimonies and interviews
• Coast Guard incident reports

📰 Media Sources

Reputable media outlets provide valuable contemporary accounts:

• Local and national newspapers
• Television news broadcasts
• Online news platforms
• Regional news services

🔬 Research Databases

Academic and scientific databases provide verified incident data:

• International Shark Attack File (ISAF)
• Global Shark Attack File (GSAF)
• Regional shark research organizations
• Marine biology research institutions
• University research archives