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Swimmer dies, Piha Beach

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A swimmer has died at Piha Beach this afternoon.

Police were notified just after 3.30pm, after a person had been caught in a rip and pulled from the water.

Medical attention was administered, however sadly the person died near the scene.

“Our thoughts are with their family and loved ones”, said police in a statement.

The death will be referred to the Coroner.

Image credit: Joshua Earle

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