Young boy dies after tragic incident on Prosser River

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first published 3:25pmUpdated February 25 2020 - 3:58pm, first published 3:25pmFacebookTwitterWhatsappEmailCopyChild dies after Orford boating tragedy A seven-year-old boy who was left with

critical injuries after a boating incident at Prosser River has died.

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Hobart, was thrown from a sea biscuit onto the shore about 2pm Sunday afternoon.

He was treated at scene before being airlifted by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter to Royal Hobart Hospital, but later died.

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project on block bought for $475K over its value Tasmania Police released the child's name on Tuesday afternoon, with permission from his family.

"Our thoughts are with Archie's family and loved ones at this difficult time," they said.

Investigations into the incident continue and a report is being prepared for the coroner.

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