Man dies, toddler critical after water rescue on Mid North Coast
Man in his late 20s died after rescue; toddler in critical condition.
A man and toddler were pulled from water at Fishermans Reach, north of South West Rocks, after a water emergency about 10:15am today. Members of the public rescued them from the water and started CPR.
NSW Ambulance paramedics treated both, but the man could not be revived. Police believe he was in his late 20s.
The toddler was flown to Newcastle's John Hunter Hospital in critical condition. An investigation is underway.
- late 20s
- Man's age
- about 10:15am today
- Time of incident
- John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle
- Toddler's destination
Why it mattersTwo people in life-threatening danger: one fatal outcome, one child fighting for survival.
AustraliaIncident occurred on NSW Mid North Coast; affects families and community near South West Rocks.
