Investigations into a fatal boating incident off Robbins Island in the state’s north west are ongoing.

Police and emergency services were alerted on Sunday (22 March) after a fishing party had not returned.

Three people were rescued on Sunday afternoon before a fourth person was sadly found deceased on the eastern side of Robbins Island on Monday.

Extensive searches of the area have been conducted and as a result police have since located the fishing vessel. The vessel will be examined as part of the coronial investigation.

Anyone with information about the incident should contact police on 131 444.

Our thoughts remain with the family and loved ones of those affected.

A report will be prepared for the Coroner, who will determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.