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Homicide Squad investigate Wollert death

Published:
Sunday 25 January 2026 at 2:43 pm

Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman in Wollert this morning.

Police were called to the Saltlake Boulevard scene following reports a woman had been found injured and unresponsive in a home about 6.30am.

The elderly woman died at the scene.

An elderly man, known to the woman, has been arrested.

Investigators are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident.

A crime scene has been established and officers from the Major Crime Scene Unit will attend to process the scene.

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

Acting Senior Sergeant Julie-Anne Newman

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