Police are continuing to appeal for information following the suspicious death of a young woman in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, an incident that has left the local community shaken and searching for answers.
Emergency services were called to a residential unit on Gore Street in Port Macquarie at about 11.40am on Saturday, December 27, after reports raised serious concerns for a woman inside the property. When police and paramedics arrived at the scene, they found a woman suffering from multiple injuries, prompting an urgent medical response.
The woman, now formally identified as 31-year-old Port Macquarie resident Megan Tangye, was treated at the scene before being rushed to Port Macquarie Base Hospital. Despite the efforts of medical staff, she died a short time later, devastating family, friends, and the wider community.
In the days following her death, detectives launched an intensive investigation to determine the circumstances leading up to her fatal injuries. A crime scene was established at the Gore Street unit as forensic specialists conducted detailed examinations, while investigators began canvassing the area and speaking with potential witnesses.
Following extensive inquiries and a post-mortem examination, police have confirmed that Megan Tangye’s death is being treated as suspicious. While authorities have not released further details about the nature of her injuries or any potential persons of interest, they have stressed that the investigation remains active and ongoing.
“Every piece of information matters,” a police spokesperson said, urging members of the public to come forward. “We are continuing to examine Megan’s movements prior to her death and are keen to speak with anyone who may have seen or heard anything unusual in the area around Gore Street on the morning of December 27.”
The confirmation of Megan’s identity has brought renewed attention to the case, as tributes quietly circulate among those who knew her. While police have asked for privacy for her family during this difficult time, the loss of a young woman under such troubling circumstances has sparked deep concern throughout Port Macquarie.
Residents living near the unit complex described a heavy police presence on the day of the incident, with emergency vehicles and officers remaining at the scene for several hours. Many say the tragedy has left them unsettled, particularly given the lack of clarity surrounding what happened.
Authorities have been careful not to speculate publicly, emphasizing that releasing premature conclusions could compromise the investigation. Instead, they are focusing on building a clear timeline of events and gathering any evidence that may help explain how Megan sustained her injuries.
Police are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who may have had contact with Megan in the hours or days leading up to her death, or who noticed suspicious activity in the vicinity of Gore Street. CCTV footage from nearby homes or businesses is also being sought as part of the inquiry.
As the investigation continues, detectives have reiterated that no detail is too small, and that even seemingly insignificant information could prove crucial in understanding what occurred.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a tip online. All reports can be made anonymously.
For now, a community waits for answers — and for justice — as police work to uncover the truth behind the tragic and suspicious death of Megan Tangye.
