A diver has died after being attacked by a shark while spearfishing with his family near a remote island.
The 35-year-old was bitten by a suspected 4.5-metre shark after 11am on Saturday off Michaelmas Island near Albany in Western Australia's south west.
"He was conveyed back to shore by boat where he was met by paramedics,'' WA Police said in a statement.
"Sadly, he was unable to be revived."
WA Premier Roger Cook said he was "deeply saddened" by the incident.
"This is a tragedy and my thoughts are with the victim's family and friends, as well as the first responders," he said in a Facebook post.
"I know members of the community will wrap their arms around them."
Authorities urged people to take additional caution in the Michaelmas Island area and adhere to beach closures.
