Police have reported that three men have died after a boat capsized off La Perouse.
Just after 12.30pm today (Sunday, July 5, 2020), emergency services were called to Henry Head Lane at La Perouse following reports a boat had capsized near the lighthouse.
Three men were retrieved from the water; however, they died at the scene. They have not been formally identified.
Officers from Eastern Beaches Police Area Command are at the scene, and an investigation into the incident is under way.
It’s not believed any other occupants were on board; however, the search operation is continuing, with Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking, Water Police and Surf Life Saving NSW
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
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