Police were called to Whangarei Aquatic Centre after the sudden death of a man in spa pool. Photo / NZME
Police were called to Whangarei Aquatic Centre after the sudden death of a man in spa pool. Photo / NZME
A lifeguard, then St John officer were not able to revive a man who collapsed while at a Whangarei swimming pool complex.
The 61-year-old died at the Whangarei Aquatic Centre in Ewing Rd despite first aid by a lifeguard and then St John ambulance staff yesterday.
Facilities manager Scott Linklatersaid the man, who was a regular user of the pools, collapsed and appeared to suffer a heart attack while in a spa pool at the complex about 6.45am.
Mr Linklater said a lifeguard on duty at the time responded quickly and used a defibrillator. St John staff arrived and continued but were unable to revive the man.
"Our thoughts are with the family at this time. He was a regular user of the pools and knew most of the staff, who are very upset," Mr Linklater said.
Mr Nicholas confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances. The man's name has not been released yet as some family members were still to be contacted.
