Police report that a woman and child drowned after falling into Dandenong Creek on the afternoon of 10 November. The incident occurred near Allan Street around 3:45 pm.
A witness saw two people swept away by the water and alerted authorities. It is believed the woman tried to rescue the child but also got into trouble.
Rescue teams found the unconscious pair and performed CPR, but both were pronounced 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 an official report will be submitted to the coroner.
This tragic incident highlights the dangers of Dandenong Creek, where a woman lost her life trying to save a child.
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