Grim discovery as a body is found in bushland on outskirts of Sydney

A body covered in blood has been found near a popular waterhole in Sydney’s south-west. 

Emergency services were called to bushland near the Georges River off Woolwash Drive in Airds about 5pm on Tuesday. 

A crime scene has been established at the site. The identity of the deceased has not yet been confirmed. 

Authorities were seen driving four-wheel-drive vehicles along a trail road to access the deceased’s location. 

Trails lead from the quiet suburban street to the Woolwash – a secluded stretch of bush along the Georges River known for its rugged trails, steep gorge and hiking trails. 

A sign beside the road warns visitors the water quality is not suitable for swimming.

Airds is a predominantly residential suburb of Campbelltown, roughly 45 minutes by car from Sydney’s CBD. 

It has a relatively high crime rate and is predominantly made up of social housing. 

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death are ongoing. 

NSW Police has been contacted for comment.  

More to come. 

Emergency services are pictured at the scene on Tuesday evening

A crime scene has been established at the site where investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death are ongoing

A four-wheel-drive ambulance vehicle is pictured returning along an access road