20 March 2026

Man dies in Unanderra unit fire

| By Zoe Cartwright
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NSW Fire and Rescue members extinguished a unit fire in Unanderra this morning. Photo: Katrina Condie.

A man has died after a unit fire in Unanderra.

A NSW Police spokesperson said that at about 9:55 am on Friday (20 March) emergency services were called to Cook Street, Unanderra, after reports of a unit fire.

“Fire and Rescue NSW responded and extinguished the fire, which caused internal damage,” the NSW Police spokesperson said.

“The body of an elderly man was found inside.

“Officers attached to Lake Illawarra Police District established a crime scene and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fire are underway.”

Anyone with information is urged to come forward and contact Lake Illawarra Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A report will be prepared for the coroner.

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