Man dies in shark attack near Dee Why on Sydney's northern beaches

"A man has died near Dee Why, on Sydney's northern beaches on Saturday after being bitten by what is believed to be a large shark. Shortly after 10am, New South Wales emergency services were called to Long Reef Beach following reports a man had suffered critical injuries. He was retrieved from the surf and brought to the shore; however, died at the scene, according to a statement from NSW police."

"The beach was closed and officers were expected to liaise with experts from the department of primary industries to determine the species of shark involved. Two sections of a surfboard were recovered and taken for expert examination, police said. Beaches between Manly to Narrabeen were closed pending further advice. More details soon skip past newsletter promotion Sign up to Breaking News Australia Get the most important news as it breaks"

A man died near Dee Why on Sydney's northern beaches after a suspected large shark bite on Saturday. New South Wales emergency services were called shortly after 10am to Long Reef Beach following reports the man had suffered critical injuries. Rescuers retrieved him from the surf and brought him to shore, where he died at the scene according to NSW police. Authorities closed the beach and planned to liaise with department of primary industries experts to identify the shark species. Two sections of a surfboard were recovered and sent for expert examination. Beaches between Manly and Narrabeen were closed pending further advice.

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