A frantic search for three NSW fishermen missing off South Australia’s coast has ended in tragedy.
Three fishermen who went missing off South Australia’s Limestone Coast have been found dead.
The trio were expected to be back at Beachport about 2.30pm on Sunday, with the alarm raised when they failed to return.
It sparked a major search effort involving police, water operations, PolAir, SES, and aerial crews.
A large search of the area was conducted to locate the missing men. NewsWire / John Appleyard
Beachport is a popular fishing destination. Picture: Google Maps
SA Police confirmed on Monday morning that the bodies of the three NSW men – aged 66, 67, and 74 – had been recovered.
Beachport is a popular fishing destination known for its 772m-long jetty.
About the time the men were due back at Beachport, strong winds were reported with gusts peaking at 32km/hr about 20 minutes later.
Police have asked members of the public not to collect debris from the boat but leave it for officers to collect.
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