Teenage boy drowns at Lake Leschenaultia in Chidlow, in Perth Hills

Emergency crews rushed to the lake, a popular spot during the school holidays, but the boy could not be saved.

A teenage boy has died after being pulled from a popular lake in Perth.

Emergency crews were called to Lake Leschenaultia in Chidlow, in the Perth Hills, about 50km east of the city on Tuesday afternoon.

Lake Leschenaultia, Chidlow. Picture: Gary Merrin

Emergency first aid was given, but the 17-year-old could not be saved.

At 4pm, police confirmed the boy had died.

“Sadly, the 17-year-old male swimmer was declared deceased,” WA Police said.

His death is being treated as non-suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the Coroner.

Leschenaultia is a popular recreational lake for families, and water sports, particularly during school holidays.

Originally published as Teenage boy drowns at Lake Leschenaultia in Chidlow, in Perth Hills