Leah Lendel
Leah Lendel is a nine-year-old girl who recently made headlines after surviving a shark attack while snorkeling with her family in Boca Grande, Florida. The incident, which took place on June 11, required Leah to be rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery due to severe injuries to her arm. Despite the traumatic experience, her family expressed gratitude for her survival, acknowledging the lengthy physical and emotional recovery that lies ahead for Leah. To help cover her medical expenses, the family has set up a GoFundMe page for support.
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Leah Lendel was rushed by helicopter to Tampa General Hospital, where she underwent a successful surgery involving artery grafts, bone reconstruction and nerve repair to save her hand.
Man bitten by shark he caught on Nantucket beach
United States· 2025-07-10
Leah Lendel was a nine-year-old girl who was attacked and badly injured by a shark.
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United Kingdom· 2025-06-30
9-year-old Leah Lendel was bitten by a shark in the waters off Florida's Gulf Coast on June 11, 2025.
Two shark attacks leave victims with severe injuries in SC and FloridaUnited States· 2025-06-20
Leah Lendel was nearly lost her arm after being bitten by a shark while swimming near the coast of Florida.
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Croatia· 2025-06-16
Leah Lendel, a nine-year-old girl, was attacked by a shark while swimming in Florida.
Tiburón ataca a niña de 9 años en playa de Florida: recomiendan a los bañistas permanecer atentos si planean meterse al agua | Servicio | Estados Unidos
Ecuador· 2025-06-14
Leah Lendel was a nine-year-old girl who survived a shark attack while on a family outing.
Niña sobrevive a ataque de tiburón en paseo familiar y enfrenta larga recuperación
Costa Rica· 2025-06-14