Man dies after being pulled from water - Forster

The release

A man has died after being pulled from the water in the state’s Mid North Coast today.

Just before 4.30pm (Thursday 29 October 2026), officers attached to Manning/Great Lakes Police District were called to One Mile Beach on Marine Drive, Forster, following reports of a swimmer in distress.

A 68-year-old man was pulled from the water by members of the public and treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics; however, he died at the scene.

An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident has commenced.

A report will be made for the information of the NSW Coroner.

As inquiries continue, anyone with information is urged to contact Manning/Great Lakes Police District or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au . Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.