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Boy with autism survives two hours in treacherous SW waters

The 13-year-old boy was in rough ocean waters for nearly two hours before being rescued by off-duty Sergeant Simon Harrison with private vessel assistance.

Local police were notified about 6pm, prompting an off-duty officer to drive to the beach with his fins and snorkel.

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Boy with autism survives two hours in treacherous SW waters

Local police were notified about 6pm, prompting an off-duty officer to drive to the beach with his fins and snorkel.

·City of Perth, Australia
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The West Australian broke the news in Australia on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
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