A father from Doncaster died after jumping into the sea to try to save his daughter, an inquest has heard.
John Collins, 66, and Samantha Collins, 32, were pulled from the water at Fistral Beach, Newquay, Cornwall, on 26 July. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
The inquest at Cornwall Coroner's Court in Truro on Tuesday heard the pair were on holiday and had been fishing on rocks when Samantha was dragged into the sea. John jumped in to try to save her.
What the coroner said
Acting coroner Emma Hillson said: "Samantha Collins was on holiday with her family in Newquay. She and her father were fishing on rocks when Samantha was dragged into the sea. John tried to save her, but very sadly was unable to do so and they both lost their lives."
The pair lived at the same address in Bennetthorpe, Doncaster. John was married and a retired technical engineer. Samantha was single.
Emergency response and appeal
Emergency services including the RNLI and coastguard were called to Fistral Beach at about 21:45 BST on 26 July after reports that two people had been pulled from the water.
Devon and Cornwall Police said officers were trying to locate a shoulder bag belonging to Samantha which it was believed she was carrying when she entered the water. The bag is orange or peach-coloured and is thought to contain personal items with significant sentimental value.
The inquest has been adjourned until 19 July 2027.
