A man has died and a man and woman have been rescued after a boat capsized at Cronulla this morning.
Emergency services were called to Bate Bay, Cronulla about 9.40am after reports a boat had capsized.
Officers from Sutherland Police Area Command, with assistance from the Marine Area Command, PolAir, Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter and Surf Life Saving Australia, located the men in the water.
All three people were helped to shore.
A man, aged in his 40s, was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics, but despite their efforts, died at the scene.
A man and a woman were also treated at the scene for minor injuries.
The capsized vessel was recovered and will be forensically examined.
A crime scene has been established and a report will now be prepared for the Coroner.
Anyone with information which could assist investigators is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers.
The Marine Area Command urges all persons on the water, especially on boats, to always wear a life jacket where appropriate.
Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
