A man has died after a boat capsized north of Coffs Harbour today, NSW Police say.
Emergency services were called to Campbells Beach on Oceanfront Drive, Sapphire Beach, following reports a vessel had capsized about 200m off shore about 11.15am (Friday 9 November 2018).
A short time later, the boat and the body of a man washed ashore.
The man, believed to be aged in his 80s, is yet to be formally identified.
It’s not known if there was anyone else on the boat at the time.
A search is currently being conducted by Marine Rescue, Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter, and Surf Live Saving.
The capsized vessel will be forensically examined.
Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District will prepare a report for the Coroner.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
