Table of Contents
- What happened
- Police response and investigation
- Community impact
- What police are asking from the public
- What happens next
- FAQ
- Conclusion
What happened
Police were called to a dead-end street in the leafy Ivanhoe suburb on the city's northeast after neighbours reported a disturbance at around 6pm. According to witnesses, the sequence began with fighting and was followed by a series of gunshots.
Shortly afterwards, a man was located in a driveway with multiple gunshot wounds. Paramedics attended and attempted to provide aid, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police response and investigation
The homicide squad attended the scene and conducted initial inquiries. Personnel carried out a thorough examination of the properties on the street and cleared residents from the immediate area while they worked.
Authorities have locked down the location as a crime scene and are working to determine the identity of the deceased and whether he was connected to any of the townhouses in the cul-de-sac.
“It is locked down as a crime scene.”
Police have told the public that there are relatively few apartments in the immediate area, and they will be speaking to local residents as part of their inquiries. As of the latest update, no arrests have been made and the shooter is believed to be at large.
Community impact
Neighbours described the street as a quiet, leafy enclave, making the violent incident particularly shocking for the local community. Many residents were evacuated temporarily while investigators worked and are understandably anxious for answers.
What police are asking from the public
- Anyone who was in the area around 6pm and saw or heard anything unusual is urged to contact Victoria Police.
- Households with doorbell cameras, CCTV or dashcam footage that may have captured the incident or a vehicle in the vicinity at the relevant time should preserve their footage and speak to investigators.
- Residents asked to cooperate with police enquiries if approached, as detectives work to establish identity, timeline and motive.
What happens next
Standard homicide procedures will continue: forensic examination of the scene, door-to-door canvassing, review of any available camera footage, and attempts to identify and trace the victim. If a suspect is identified, police will move to make an arrest; until then the public is reminded to remain vigilant and report any information.
FAQ
- What happened?
A man was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a driveway in Ivanhoe at about 6pm after neighbours reported fighting and gunshots. He later died at the scene.
- Where did this occur?
The incident occurred on a dead-end street in the Ivanhoe area of Melbourne's northeast.
- Are there any arrests?
No arrests have been made. Police say the shooter is still believed to be on the run.
- Has the victim been identified?
Police are working to determine the man's identity and whether he was connected to the nearby townhouses.
- How can I help?
If you witnessed the incident, have relevant footage, or saw suspicious activity in the area around 6pm, contact Victoria Police and preserve any potential evidence.
