Trio charged following Fitzroy fatal shooting

Homicide Squad detectives have charged three men following a fatal shooting in Fitzroy earlier this month.

A 21-year-old Heidelberg man was arrested at Melbourne Airport early this morning (Monday, 19 January).

He has since been interviewed by investigators and charged with one count of murder.

The man will appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court later today.

Two men, a 19-year-old from Heidelberg West and a 20-year-old from Bundoora were arrested, interviewed and charged with murder on 11 January.

Both have been remanded to appear before Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 15 June.

The charges follow the fatal shooting a boy near the intersection of Brunswick and King William Streets just after midnight on Saturday, 3 January.

Medical assistance was provided however the 16-year-old Fitzroy boy passed away at the scene.

Police are continuing to work to establish whether there are any links between the Fitzroy shooting and the stabbing of two men in Carlton on 31 December.

Victoria Police Crime Command detectives, together with regional police and other specialist units including Taskforce VIPER, have established Operation Firelong to investigate both incidents and prevent ongoing violence.

The investigations remain ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, with CCTV/dashcam or other footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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