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Homicide squad are investigating after the death of man in Fitzroy

THE Homicide Squad is investigating the discovery of a man’s body at an apartment block in the Melbourne suburb of Fitzroy last night.

Man found dead in Fitzroy

A MAN has been found dead at an apartment block in Fitzroy overnight.

Homicide detectives are investigating after the body of a man in his 50s was found in the inner-city suburb around 9pm,

Police and paramedics were called to the scene at Cecil St after the discovery of the body.

Police investigate after a man's body was found in a Fitzroy apartment. Picture: Channel 9.
Police investigate after a man's body was found in a Fitzroy apartment. Picture: Channel 9.
The apartment block where the man was found dead. Picture: Nicole Garmston
The apartment block where the man was found dead. Picture: Nicole Garmston

A 47-year-old man was last night arrested at the scene and is assisting police with their inquiries.

The cause of death is yet to be determined.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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Originally published as Homicide squad are investigating after the death of man in Fitzroy

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