A Sydney woman has died after being pulled from the water a beach south of Moruya.
Emergency services responded to reports a woman and boy were stuck in a rip at Congo Beach about 4.30pm on Sunday.
A surfer helped the pair back to shore, police were told by witnesses. The 10-year-old boy was not injured.
Bystanders started CPR but the 50-year-old Sydney woman died at the scene a short time later.
Officers from South Coast Police District attended and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at nsw.crimestoppers.com.au
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