Man dies at Kin Kora McDonald's
A MAN died suddenly at Kin Kora McDonald's on Wednesday afternoon.
Despite the efforts of staff members, ambulance staff and customers, the man was pronounced dead at 3pm.
The Observer understands the man died of natural causes.
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