Inquest into the disappearance and suspected death of Nils Noa Enzo Samrud-Sage
Deceased
Nils Noa Enzo Samrud-Sage
Demographics
20y, male
Date of death
2023-01-18
Finding date
2023-05-26
Cause of death
The evidence does not allow a finding on the cause of death
AI-generated summary
A 20-year-old Swedish national died following a witnessed fall from a cliff at Bluefish Point, Manly on 18 January 2023. While swimming at the Mermaid Pools, the deceased lost his grip on the rock face during the ascent, fell approximately 6.5 metres striking his head, and was swept into the ocean while apparently unconscious. Despite comprehensive police search and rescue operations over several days, the body was not recovered. A torn piece of white t-shirt consistent with the deceased's clothing was recovered with marks consistent with shark tooth imprints. The coroner found the death was due to misadventure. No medical or clinical interventions were involved in this case.
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Contributing factors
- Witnessed fall from cliff face
- Loss of grip on rock face during ascent
- Head trauma from fall
- Unconsciousness following impact
- High seas and strong currents
- Remote off-track location
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