Identity sought for man pulled from the ocean off Sydney's eastern suburbs

Police have called for help to identify a rock fisherman who is in a critical condition after he was swept into the sea in Sydney's east yesterday.

Just after 11.30am on Sunday, emergency services were called to Marine Parade at Maroubra following reports a man was in difficulty in the water.

Police have been told the man was swept into the water while rock fishing.

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The man, believed to be aged in his 50s or 60s, was found unconscious in the water.

He was pulled from the water and treated at the scene before being taken to St George Hospital.

He remains in a critical condition.

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Police are attempting to identify the man and locate his next of kin.

He is described as being of Asian appearance, about 160cm to 170cm tall, with a slim build, olive complexion, and black/grey hair.

He was wearing long black pants, a white long-sleeved button shirt with a grey cardigan, along with a black vest and white speckled boots.

The man had a blue Nike backpack and fishing gear with him.

Anybody with information is urged to contact Maroubra Police on (02) 9349 9299, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.