New details emerge around the discovery of a father’s body in a Sydney creek
The body of 44-year-old Hemi Stewart was discovered in a Sydney creek after he had been missing for several days. Police are investigating the circumstances of his death, with family members expressing concerns about potential foul play.
Why it matters
The case highlights a tragic loss of life and raises public safety concerns regarding criminal activity in the local Sydney area.
shares Share article The family of a man whose body was found in a creek in Sydney has described him as a loving father who was trying to get his life back on track.
Hemi Stewart, 44, leaves behind his son and grieving family spread across Australia and New Zealand.
Hemi Stewart, 44, leaves behind his son and grieving family spread across Australia and New Zealand. Supplied
Hemi’s aunt Wikitoria Roberts spoke to 9News on Saturday through immense anguish to pay tribute to her bright and cheeky nephew
“It’s a horrible feeling, nobody will understand you know of losing a loved one so young,” Roberts said.
His body was found by officers face down in the water at a Baulkham Hills reserve on Friday morning.
Police were called to the area after a member of the public spotted clothing in a creek.
“He’s only 44 years of age,” Roberts said.
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