A tragic accident occurred on the northern Gold Coast where a teenager lost his life after falling 15 meters from a rope swing into the Coomera River.
Police have revealed more details surrounding a horrifying accident where a teenager died after falling 15m down a river embankment.A teenager was with family and friends enjoying a day by the river when he died after he fell 15m from a rope swing on the northern Gold Coast . Emergency services were called to the Coomera River near Riverbreeze Crescent about 6.40pm on December 29.
While medical assistance was provided, the teenager was declared dead at the scene after likely suffering spinal injuries, according to Queensland Police. A teenager has died after he fell 15m from a rope swing at a river north of the Gold Coast. The death is not being treated as suspicious, with the young man reportedly having fallen from a rope swing, according to 9 News. Acting Superintendent Jason Tuffley said tragically the young man had been enjoying a day at the river with friends and family. “The exact circumstances I am unaware of but I do believe a rope swing was present but whether he was on that or not I can’t say,” acting Superintendent Tuffley said.“It would be a very tragic event to witness and no one would want to see such a thing.” Acting Superintendent Tuffley urged people to “take care with whatever outdoor activity you’re participating in” over the summer months
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