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Home/Plymouth Massachusetts/In 2014, two kayakers in Plymouth, Massachusetts, experienced a great white shark attack near Manomet Point.
Plymouth MassachusettsShark attack

In 2014, two kayakers in Plymouth, Massachusetts, experienced a great white shark attack near Manomet Point.

By McStay
July 2, 2025 1 Min Read
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In 2014, two kayakers in Plymouth, Massachusetts, experienced a great white shark attack near Manomet Point. The shark surfaced from beneath their kayaks, bit one of the boats, and flipped both women over. Fortunately, neither woman was injured in the incident. 

detailed breakdown:

  • The Attack:The attack occurred when the two women were kayaking near seals, hoping to observe them. A great white shark emerged from the water, biting one kayak and overturning both boats. 
  • No Injuries:Despite the close encounter with the shark and the overturning of their kayaks, neither of the women were injured. 
  • Rescue:A bystander witnessed the incident and alerted authorities. The Plymouth Harbormaster responded and rescued the women. 
  • Confirmation:The shark’s bite marks on the kayak, as well as a tooth fragment found in the kayak, were identified by a state marine fisheries expert as belonging to a great white shark. 
  • Public Safety:As a precautionary measure, Plymouth closed some of its beaches following the incident. The town also advised beachgoers to be cautious in the water, especially near seals, which are known to attract sharks. 
  • Shark Smart:Experts emphasized the importance of being “shark smart,” which includes staying in groups, avoiding areas with seals, and being aware of shark activity. 

Audio from the 911 call


This video shows a news report about the shark attack on the two kayakers:

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