Man drowns on NSW mid north coast after being pulled out by rip

A man has died after being pulled from the water on NSW's mid north coast.

At about 3.20pm yesterday, emergency services were called to a beach near Point Polmer Road in Crescent Head following reports that a 59-year-old man was struggling in the water after being pulled out by a rip.

Bystanders pulled the man from the water and rendered aid before paramedics arrived.

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The 59-year-old man died at the scene.

An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident has begun, and a report will be prepared for the Coroner.

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