Man was brought to shore but died at the scene at Long Reef beach, NSW police say

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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.