Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWest Mersea beach, Essex (Getty Images/iStockphoto)A teenage girl and a woman in her 40s have died after getting into difficulty in the water at West Mersea, Essex. Essex Police were called on Wednesday evening after reports of several people in distress near Seaview Avenue. A third person involved in the incident remains in hospital in a serious condition. Police believe those involved knew each other and have appealed for witnesses to assist their investigation. Detective chief inspector Al Pitcher extended condolences to the families and thanked those who have already provided information. In fullTeenage girl and woman dead in ‘tragic incident’ off Essex coastMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in