Teens seriously injured in Mandurah boating incident

Two teenagers have been seriously injured in a boating incident in Mandurah.

A 17-year-old and 18-year-old boy were on board a boat that was travelling north along Sticks Canal towards Mandurah around 6.50pm last night.

It is believed their boat collided with another vessel in the area.

The 17-year-old was thrown from the boat into the water and suffered spinal and facial injuries.

He was taken to Royal Perth Hospital by ambulance.

The 18-year-old also received facial injuries and was taken to Peel Health Campus.

The boat has been seized for further investigation.

 

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