Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in South Yarra overnight.
Emergency services were called after a number of shots were fired at a man walking along Almeida Crescent, on Friday 4 August, about 11.40pm.
He sustained life-threatening injuries and later died in hospital.
Police have cordoned off the area and a crime scene has been established.
Detectives are still working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident however at this early stage the incident appears to be targeted.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with dashcam vision is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
/Public Release. This material from the originating organization/author(s) might be of the point-in-time nature, and edited for clarity, style and length. Mirage.News does not take institutional positions or sides, and all views, positions, and conclusions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s).View in full here.
