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Man falls to death off Darwin Esplanade cliff
A man has died after falling from a cliff on the outskirts of Darwin’s CBD early this morning, Northern Territory police say.
Key points:
- Emergency services were called to the Darwin Esplanade at about 4:00am
- A 29-year-old man was declared dead at the scene
- Police are urging people to be cautious if they’re near the cliff edge at night
Emergency services were called to the Darwin Esplanade at 4:00am after being told a person had fallen from the area.
A 29-year-old man was declared dead at the scene.
Some parts of the coastline along the esplanade have a sheer drop from a significant height, but sections are fenced off by railing.
The area is within walking distance from the CBD and the city’s nightlife precinct.
An NT Police spokesman said…
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