What Happened

Around 9:45 a.m., emergency services responded to reports of a man and a woman, both believed to be in their 40s, having fallen from the Western Distributor overpass onto Harbour Street. Sadly, both were deceased upon the arrival of responders.The AustralianDaily TelegraphNews.com.auNSW Police
The individuals were later identified as Angela Nesbitt and Steven Dash, a married couple also believed to be in their 40s. Their bodies were discovered under the overpass—a few minutes after leaving The Star Casino in Pyrmont.Daily TelegraphNews.com.au

On leaving the casino around 8:55 a.m., security became concerned after a comment suggesting self-harm was made, prompting them to alert authorities.Daily Telegraph
Less than an hour later, the couple was found at the scene. Police investigation—including mobile phone and CCTV analysis—has ruled out any foul play. The couple’s deaths are not being treated as suspicious.Daily TelegraphNews.com.au+1NSW Police
A report will be prepared for the Coroner to review the circumstances.Daily TelegraphNews.com.au+1The Australian

The incident prompted the closure of two southbound lanes on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, with traffic rerouted via the Anzac Bridge, leading to significant congestion.The AustralianDaily TelegraphNews.com.auNSW Police
Authorities are appealing to the public for dashcam or mobile phone footage from the area to assist with the investigation.The AustralianNSW Police
Support services have been highlighted in related media coverage, given the sensitive nature and mental health context of the incident.The AustralianDaily Telegraph

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