NSW shark attack: surfer in his 30s dies after being bitten on north coast near Coffs Harbour
Paramedics rushed to Emerald Beach but were unable to save the man, who had critical injuries to his arm and back
A surfer has died after he was bitten by a shark on the NSW north coast on Sunday morning.
NSW police said emergency crews rushed to Shelly Beach at Emerald Beach, north of Coffs Harbour, just before 11am on Sunday.
The man, aged in his 30s, had suffered critical injuries to his right arm and back, police said.
He was treated by paramedics at the scene but died.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.