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Brave dad is dragged dead from the water at a popular beach after saving his son’s life when he was caught in a brutal rip – as police find their beers poignantly left on a picnic table
- The 55-year-old jumped into Frazer Beach on NSW Central Coast to save his son
- 20-year-old son was caught in a dangerous rip around 1.30pm on Sunday
- Unfortunately the pair were pulled unconscious from the water and the dad died
- Son was taken to John Hunter Hospital where he remains in a stable condition
A father has died after desperately trying to save his son from dangerous swells on a popular beach.
The 55-year-old jumped into the water at Frazer Beach on the NSW Central Coast about 1.30pm to save his 20-year-old son who got caught in a rip.
The pair were both pulled from the waters unconscious and emergency services were called.
Their belongings, including beers and snacks ready for a post-swim picnic, were found nearby.
The 55-year-old jumped into Frazer Beach on the NSW Central Coast about 1.30pm to save his 20-year-old son who got caught in a rip (pictured)
The pair were pulled from the waters unconscious and emergency services were called (police at the scene)
CPR was performed on the pair but the father could not be saved and was declared dead at the scene.
The 20-year-old was taken to John Hunter Hospital in a stable condition.
NSW Ambulance Inspector Phil Clark commended the locals who came to the rescue.
‘Bystanders and police officers did an extraordinary job assisting both patients before paramedics arrived. They did a great job under very difficult circumstances,’ he said.
‘We need to be mindful of where we are swimming and understanding our limits as we head into the peak of the summer season.’
Police are investigating the drowning and will prepare a report for the coroner.
The 55-year-old father jumped into the water to save his son who got caught in a dangerous rip (pictured, a picnic table abandoned at the scene)
