A beloved fisherman has tragically been discovered lifeless three days after he was concerned in a freak boating accident.

Tye Smith, 27, had been out fishing with a mate when it’s believed their boat struck a mooring at about 11pm on Saturday at West Lewis Island, off the coast of Dampier, in Western Australia.

The boat sunk and the opposite passenger on board reportedly swam an hour to shore earlier than calling for assist.

The boat was discovered upside-down on Monday and police confirmed Mr Smith’s physique was retrieved from the search space on Tuesday afternoon.

Tye Smith, 27, had been out fishing with a mate when it’s believed their boat struck a mooring at about 11pm on Saturday at West Lewis Island, off the coast of Dampier, in Western Australia. Mr Smith’s physique was discovered on Tuesday

A 3-day search had kicked off after the crash on Saturday night time, with family members and members of the group rallying collectively to assist discover the fisherman.

Police, helicopters and drones had additionally been utilised within the search. 

Mr Smith and his good friend are believed to haven’t been sporting life jackets.

Tributes have since poured in for the 27-year-old.

‘A small man with such an enormous coronary heart. Till we meet once more my good friend,’ one good friend wrote.

A 3-day search had been carried out for the fisherman earlier than his physique was discovered

‘What I’d do to have another fish florentine, another rumbo, a wheel bearing session and set the road on hearth once more with you mate. Thanks for all the nice occasions Tye, we love you,’ mentioned one other.

‘Cheers for all of the laughs, good occasions and recollections we have been fortunate sufficient to share with you,’ one mate mentioned.

Mr Smith was additionally a eager wakeboarder, with Wakeboard WA issuing a heartfelt assertion within the wake of his demise.

‘A cheeky, completely satisfied lad with an enormous sense of journey and love of life. A previous, effectively liked member of our membership,’ a spokesperson mentioned.

‘That massive, infectious smile and laughter will probably be missed by so very many people! You have been taken solution to quickly!’

Mr Smith was a eager outside man together with his social media pages exhibiting him having fun with a string of actions like fishing, snowboarding and browsing. 

Mr Smith (pictured proper with a good friend) has been remembered as having a love of life

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