Woman drowns in pool during family picnic at Hawkes Bay

A tragic incident occurred at a hut on Hawkes Bay Turtle Beach when 53-year-old Nayyar Sultan drowned in a swimming pool during a family picnic. The woman, who had remained at the hut while her children went to the beach, slipped while entering the pool, leading to the fatal accident.

Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition, she was declared dead upon arrival. Police completed the necessary legal procedures before handing over the body to her family. This heartbreaking event has left her family in shock and underscores the importance of pool safety during recreational activities.