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Man Found Dead in Altona North Backyard
25 Nov
Summary
- A 26-year-old man died from a gunshot wound early Tuesday morning.
- The incident occurred in the backyard of a house on Second Avenue, Altona North.
- Police are investigating and have yet to determine if the death is suspicious.
A fatal shooting in Melbourne's western suburbs has prompted a police investigation after a 26-year-old man was found dead early Tuesday morning. The man, identified as being from Werribee, sustained a gunshot wound and was discovered by emergency services in the backyard of a property on Second Avenue, Altona North, around 3:30 AM.
Paramedics attended the scene but the man died before he could receive medical assistance. Police have since cordoned off the area, establishing a crime scene to thoroughly examine the circumstances. Investigators remain on-site, with evidence such as a red sedan parked in the driveway being noted by onlookers.
Authorities are currently working to ascertain whether the death is suspicious. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses. The incident has cast a shadow over the typically quiet Altona North neighborhood, leaving residents seeking answers.
