Fisherman dies after being swept off the rocks at Kurnell

A fisherman has died after being swept off rocks in Sydney's south.

This afternoon two men were rock fishing in Kurnell when they were hit by waves.

Witnesses helped bring both men to shore, NSW Police said.

Despite attempts to revive one of the men, he died at the scene.

The other man is being treated by paramedics.

A crime scene has been established. Inquiries continue.