Body of missing fisherman found
The fisherman and his friend were returning from Old Woman Island when their jet ski started taking on water. 9news
The body of a fisherman who went missing in waters off the Sunshine Coast has been found.
Luke Howard had been fishing with a friend from a jet ski near Old Woman Island on Monday when the craft began to take on water.
Luke Howard. Supplied
It's believed the 35-year-old may have taken off his life jacket and dived below the surface to investigate.
He was then unable to get back onto the unstable craft.
Police divers resumed the search for a third day this morning and found the man’s body about 10am.
Mr Howard was said to have been a strong swimmer, having competed in triathlons.
Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.
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