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Teenager dies after alleged party assault in rural Victoria

A night out to a party has turned to tragedy following the death of a teenager who was allegedly assaulted by a group of men.

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A teenager has died in hospital after being allegedly assaulted at a party in rural Victoria last month.

Jason Langhans, 17, died in hospital on Saturday after being allegedly assaulted at a party in Station Road, Tooradin, in the early hours of March 21.

His mother Carolyn Langhans paid a heartbreaking tribute to him on Facebook.

“Paul and l had our hearts broken as we watched our son Jason take his last breath,” she wrote.

Teenager Jason Langhans died in hospital on Saturday after an assault at a Tooradin party.
Teenager Jason Langhans died in hospital on Saturday after an assault at a Tooradin party.

“Jason you were our whole life and not a day will go by without us thinking about you and wishing you were here, we love you so much and our lives feel so empty.

“You put up a good fight but unfortunately it was your time to go and now you’re no longer in any pain.”

Police are investigating reports that a group of men became involved in an incident with the teen that led to a physical fight.

The Cranbourne North teenager was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The homicide squad investigation is continuing, and anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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