Woman and child found dead at lookout south of Sydney

Emergency crews scout Mount Keira. Photo / Channel 9

Police are investigating the death of a woman and child at a lookout near Wollongong this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to Robertson Lookout, Mount Keira, about 1.50pm after reports of a concern for welfare.

A woman and child were found dead below the lookout.

Distressing scenes have played out at the scene, 9 News Sydney reports.

Distressing scenes have played out at the lookout, 9 News Sydney reports.

They say there are a number of people believed to be family members at the scene, "distraught", crying and hugging one another.

Earlier reports from the incident suggested a group of people had either fallen or jumped off the cliff.

A crime scene has been set up as officers from Wollongong Police District conduct inquiries.

Harry Graham Drive, the access road to the lookout has been closed.

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