Newcastle Police are appealing for public assistance as they investigate an incident involving a man found with serious head injuries in Waratah earlier this week.
Around 7:00 PM on Wednesday, 15 January 2025, an off-duty paramedic discovered a 28-year-old man with significant head injuries at the intersection of Edith Street and Platt Street. The paramedic transported the man to the Mater Hospital emergency department, and he was later transferred to John Hunter Hospital for further treatment.
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Police from the Newcastle City Police District have launched an investigation as the cause of the man’s injuries remains unclear. Due to his medical condition, police have been unable to speak with him.
Authorities are urging anyone who was in the Waratah area at the time and may have information, CCTV footage, or dashcam vision related to the incident to contact Newcastle Police Station or Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.