Detectives investigate Croydon death

Police are investigating the death of a man in Croydon this morning.

Emergency services were called to reports of a dispute at the property on Penhyrn Avenue about 2.10am.

A 79-year-old Croydon man was located deceased inside the property.

A 57-year-old man was arrested at the scene.

He was transported to hospital under police guard with non-life-threatening injuries.

It is believed the parties are known to one another.

Homicide Squad detectives will investigate the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.

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

John McLaughlan

Media Unit

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