Sadly a body has been located in the search for a man missing off Robbins Island in the state’s north west.

Police and emergency services were alerted on Sunday morning after a fishing party had not returned.

A 27-year-old woman, a 33-year-old man, and a 6-year-old child who were on the boat at the time were rescued about 1pm Sunday on Big Stoney Island.

They were taken to the North West Regional Hospital for assessment, but were not physically injured.

An extensive search continued on Sunday and again on Monday for the fourth occupant – a 36-year-old man.

Sadly, the body of the missing man has since been located on the eastern side of Robbins Island.

A report will be prepared for the coroner.

Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this difficult time.