Man dies after Crown food court fight
A man who suffered critical head injuries after a fight at a Crown Casino food court has died in hospital.
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A man involved in a Crown Casino food court fight has died.
The 29-year-old from Mentone died in hospital on Tuesday night after being taken to hospital early on Sunday morning.
Three men had allegedly been involved in a fracas in the food court at 12.20am.
The homicide squad is investigating the circumstances of the Mentone man’s death.
A 26-year-old Highton man was on Sunday charged with recklessly causing injury and has been bailed to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on August 31.
A 29-year-old Colac man was released pending further enquiries.
The man was rushed to the Alfred hospital on Sunday morning in a critical condition but his status did not improve.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has other information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit the website at www.crimestoppers.com.au.
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