Police seek help over brawl

Investigators have renewed an appeal for public assistance following the death of Lawrence Burke after a brawl at Ettalong.

Burke died after a group of people began fighting on Memorial Ave near the intersection with Ocean View Rd Shortly before 4am on Saturday, January 7.

A short time later, the 20-year-old man and family members left the scene in a taxi.

During the journey, he lost consciousness and was taken to Woy Woy Hospital, before he was transferred by ambulance to Gosford Hospital where he died.

A post mortem was conducted on Monday, January 9, and the preliminary finding revealed Lawrence Burke died as a result of a medical condition.

Police are examining whether the incident contributed to his death and their findings will be included in a report for the Coroner.

Investigations are continuing into the circumstances surrounding the brawl, and police have renewed their appeal for anyone with information about the incident to come forward and speak with investigators.

Anyone who witnessed the altercation, or the events leading up to it, is asked to contact Gosford Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Media Release, 9 Jan 2012 NSW Police Media Photo: Naomi Bridges