Homicide Squad detectives have arrested a man following a fatal stabbing in the Melbourne CBD last night.
Detectives understand two men, believed to be food delivery riders, observed another man tampering with their bikes, located on Frederick way.
The two men confronted the male, not believed to be known to them, when an altercation occurred between the three, about 8.10pm.
Emergency services were then called to Fredrick Way where a man, believe to be one of the food delivery riders, was located with suspected stab wounds.
CPR was performed, but the yet-to-be identified man was declared deceased at the scene about 8.20pm.
A short time later, a second man was located nearby with a suspected stab wound.
A 34-year-old man, believed to be the second food delivery rider, was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
This morning, detectives arrested a 51-year-old Footscray man in Footscray.
He remains in custody and will be interviewed.
Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
