A rock fisherman has died after being pulled from the water near on the state’s mid-north coast this afternoon.
About 3.00pm (Friday 22 April 2022), emergency services were called to the southern end of Seven Mile Beach near Forster, following reports a rock fisherman had fallen into the water while fishing with a friend.
The man – who was not wearing a life vest – was pulled from the water by emergency services personnel using a jetski and a dingy.
Ambulance personnel commenced CPR on the man on the beach. Despite their efforts, the man died at the scene.
The man is believed to be aged in his 50’s.
Officers attached to Manning-Great Lakes Police District will prepare a report regarding the man’s death for the information of the Coroner.
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