Cradle Mountain Incident

Sadly, a man in his 60's has died while bushwalking at Cradle Mountain National Park.

Police and emergency services were called to the scene near Hansons Peak about 12.30pm today after reports a person had been located unresponsive on a track near the junction of Hansons Peak and Twisted Lakes track.

Upon arrival of emergency services, sadly the man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Preliminary investigations suggest there are no suspicious circumstances.

A report will be prepared for the Coroner.

Our thoughts are with the man's family and loved ones at this difficult time.

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