newy.com.au – A critical incident investigation is underway into the alleged drowning of a man at Nulkaba after police tried to speak to him at a service station on Thursday evening.
Police said they were called to the service station on Wine Country Drive about 6.20pm on Thursday 12 November 2026 following reports of suspicious activity in the carpark.
Hunter Valley Police District officers tried to speak to a man in a vehicle, but he ran from the scene and jumped into a nearby dam, according to police.
Officers removed the man from the water before CPR was started. NSW Ambulance paramedics treated him at the scene, but he could not be revived.
The man had not been formally identified as of Friday morning, 13 November. Police believed he was in his 30s.
Police established a crime scene. A Critical Incident Team from Lake Macquarie Police District will lead the investigation into the circumstances of the death.
The investigation will be reviewed by the Professional Standards Command and overseen by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission. A report will also be prepared for the Coroner.
The Police Association of NSW (PANSW) has confirmed it is assisting officers involved in the incident and will provide and legal and welfare support to affected officers.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or through the Crime Stoppers website. Information is handled confidentially.
