Pokémon catcher rescued from Perth’s Swan River
The man later told police that he was leaning over the jetty in a bid to catch a Pokémon
A man has been rescued after falling into Perth's Swan River in an attempt to catch Pokémon.
The man was reportedly leaning over Barrack Street Jetty at around 1.00am when he fell into the water.
He was pulled out by a nearby security officer.
The man later told police that he was leaning over the jetty in a bid to catch a Pokémon.
Western Australian Police have previously urged the public to stay safe while playing the smartphone game.
A warning posted on the WA Police Facebook page in July specifically warned Pokémon Go players to stay alert in public spaces.
The post was shared more than 3000 times and attracted more than 11,000 likes.
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