Tathra Wharf tragedy
NSW Police report that a man and two boys have drowned at the Tathra Wharf on the far south coast of NSW last night (18 Nov ‘08).
Tathra Wharf
Photo: © Darren Stones
The two children fell into the choppy waters and the man and a local fisherman dived into the waters to assist about 8.10pm.
Emergency services pulled all four from the water unconscious. The man was unable to be resuscitated and was pronounced dead at the scene. The fisherman was revived and taken to Bega Hospital.
The two children were taken to hospital in critical condition but died shortly after.
Circumstances surrounding the incident are not being treated as suspicious.
Witnesses to the incident are being urged to contact Batemans Bay Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Rosalie Dale IPA
Just this moment read about this in teh SMH online Darren – shocking tragedy.
Shane Walker
Terrible incident
Julie Langford
Oh no, how tragic. What an awful thing to happen.
Rosie Appleton
I just read this on Yahoo news… how horrible
Wendy Slee
what a terrible tragedy…..... my heart goes out to them and their loved ones…..
Marion Cullen
I heard this first thing on the radio this morning…. a sad day.
Michael Eyssens
A very sad day indeed.
Darren Stones
I’m stunned about this story. I visit the wharf at least once a year and witness many people having a great time there.
Di Jenkins
Awful ….
mazzfarrell
I seen this on tv this morning, my thourghts went out to the mother and partner of those lost for ever
Bev Woodman
I heard this when I woke up this morning – such a tragedy. I do hate it when young children are involved and you just feel for those left behind. The other fisherman is a real hero but no doubt won’t feel like it.