Man drowns at beach south of Coffs Harbour

A man has died after being pulled from the water at a beach south of Coffs Harbour today.

Just after 11.30am (Sunday 6 October 2019), emergency services were called to Uranga Beach, south of Coffs Harbour, following reports two swimmers appeared to be struggling in the water.

A teenager, aged 14, made it back to shore and a short time later a man was pulled from the water by lifesavers onto an inflatable boat, where CPR commenced.

Despite their efforts, the 53-year-old man died at the scene.

The teen was treated by paramedics and taken to Coffs Harbour Health Campus as a precaution.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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