Diver recovering after Rottnest accident

A man remains in hospital after being hit by a boat while free-diving off WA's Rottnest Island.

A free-diver is recovering in hospital after being hit by a boat off Rottnest Island

The man, believed to be in his 30s, was hit near Thompson Bay on Saturday and taken to shore where he was airlifted to Royal Perth Hospital by rescue helicopter.

He remains there in a serious condition, with police are investigating the incident.


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