Tragedy Strikes as Woman and Child Drown in Melbourne Waterway
A woman and a child have tragically died after falling into a waterway in southeast Melbourne.
Incident Details
The incident occurred around 3:45 pm on Monday at Dandenong Creek near Allan Street in Dandenong. Authorities believe the mother struggled in the water after trying to save the child.
Emergency Response
Emergency services arrived at the scene and found both unconscious. CPR was administered, but unfortunately, neither could be revived and were declared dead at the location.
Identification and Investigation
Neither the woman nor the child has been formally identified yet. Police are preparing a report for the coroner to further investigate the circumstances.
By ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA. Published: 01:47 EST, 10 November 2025 | Updated: 04:45 EST, 10 November 2025
Author’s summary: A mother and child drowned in Dandenong Creek after a rescue attempt, with emergency teams unable to save them; authorities await their identification and prepare a coroner’s report.
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