Woman and Child Drown in Dandenong Creek
According to police, a woman and a child drowned after falling into Dandenong Creek this afternoon, 10 November. A witness reported that two people were swept away near Allan Street at about 3:45 pm.
It is believed the woman tried to help the child but also got into trouble in the water, police said.
Rescue Efforts and Outcome
During a search, police found the unconscious duo, pulled them out of the creek, and began CPR. Unfortunately, attempts to revive them were unsuccessful, and both were declared dead at the scene.
“A woman and child have drowned after falling into Dandenong Creek this afternoon (10 November), police say.”
“The pair are yet to be identified at this stage and police will prepare a report for the coroner.”
The identities of the victims remain unknown, and authorities are compiling a report for the coroner.
Summary: A tragic accident occurred at Dandenong Creek where a woman and child drowned while the woman attempted to rescue the child, as confirmed by police.