Homicide detectives appeal for information after murder of Coffs Harbour surfer - Strike Force Kooringaroo

Tuesday, 07 May 2024 12:57:30 PM

Homicide Squad detectives are appealing for information following the death of a surfer in the Coffs Harbour area last week.

About 6.40am on Thursday 2 May 2024 emergency services were called to Ocean Parade, Coffs Harbour, following reports a man had been stabbed.

The 21-year-old was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to Coffs Harbour Base Hospital for treatment, where he later died.

Officers attached to Coffs-Clarence Police District attended and established a crime scene, before the matter was taken carriage of by State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad under Strike Force Kooringaroo.

As investigation continue, strike force detectives are appealing to identify a man riding a bicycle in the area at the time of the incident.

Detectives are also appealing for witnesses – or anyone who may have dashcam footage – in the vicinity of the Coffs Harbour Surf Club and the Orlando Street area at the time of the incident.

Investigations under Strike Force Kooringaroo are continuing.

Anyone with information that may assist investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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