WA man dies in hospital after shark attack

A WA man who was attacked by a shark on Tuesday has died in hospital.

Supplied image obtained Wednesday, June 1, 2016 of West Australia shark attack victim Ben Gerring. Source: AAP

WA man Ben Gerring, 29, has died four days after a shark attacked him while surfing off Falcon, near Mandurah south of Perth.

The man, who lost a leg in the incident, died at Royal Perth Hospital overnight.

The damage to Mr Gerring's surfboard indicated he was attacked by a great white shark, the WA Department of Fisheries said earlier this week.

It comes after a great white shark died after being hooked on a drum line on Wednesday.

His family issued a statement on Wednesday praising the rescue efforts.

"We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in Ben's rescue and his treatment," the statement said.

"The bravery and efforts of his rescuers and the care provided by the doctors and nurses has been amazing."

The family told Channel Seven Mr Gerring's serious condition meant he was unable to undergo surgery.