Tragedy as Woman and Child Drown in Freak Accident
By ASHLEY NICKEL, News Reporter, Australia
Published: 06:47 GMT, 10 November 2025 | Updated: 07:22 GMT, 10 November 2025
Incident Overview
A woman and a child drowned after falling into a waterway in southeast Melbourne. The incident occurred around 3:45 pm on Monday at Dandenong Creek, near Allan Street in Dandenong.
Details of the Accident
According to police, the mother began struggling in the water while trying to save the child. Emergency responders arrived promptly and found both unconscious.
Emergency Response
CPR was performed on the woman and child at the scene, but they could not be revived and were declared dead on site.
Identifications and Next Steps
- The identities of the woman and child have not yet been confirmed.
- Police are preparing a report for the coroner.
"Police believe the mother began struggling in the water after attempting to rescue the child."
Summary: A tragic drowning claimed a mother and child at Dandenong Creek when the mother tried to save her child but both lost their lives despite emergency efforts.