Deceased
Matthias Ashley BACHE
Demographics
25y, male
Coroner
Deputy State Coroner Vicker
Date of death
2016-03-08
Cause of death
Drowning
AI-generated summary
A 25-year-old experienced swimmer and rock jumper died by drowning after jumping into ocean water at Wyadup Rocks, Western Australia. Despite strong swell conditions and his friend's warning against jumping, the deceased entered the water and became unable to exit the rocks as usual. He became incapacitated—possibly from cold water immersion effects—lost consciousness, and drifted out to sea. Immediate bystander response and a three-day coordinated search and rescue operation were unable to locate him. The coroner found death by misadventure. While existing warning signage addressed rock fishing dangers, it did not specifically address rock jumping as an activity. The coroner concluded additional signage would likely not have deterred this experienced, thrill-seeking individual in that moment, though public education about coastal hazards remains relevant.
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