Teenage Boy Drowns at Popular Lake Leschenaultia in Perth

The 17-year-old was pulled from the water after a frantic search but could not be revived, with authorities treating the death as non-suspicious.

Emergency services responded to reports of a distressed swimmer at Lake Leschenaultia, 50 kilometers east of Perth, on Tuesday afternoon.
The 17-year-old boy was located after a 50-minute search involving divers, boats, and local assistance but could not be revived despite emergency first aid efforts.
Witnesses reported that the boy had been trapped under a floating pontoon for approximately 20 minutes before being found.
The lake, a popular recreational spot attracting over 80,000 visitors annually, was the site of a desperate rescue attempt by both emergency crews and bystanders.
Authorities have confirmed the death is being treated as non-suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.