Police investigate death of man in Melbourne apartment

Homicide detectives are investigating the death of an unidentified man in Melbourne’s east last night.

Emergency services were called to an apartment complex on Whitehorse Road in Box Hill at around 1.50am to reports of an altercation.

A man, who has yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.

Police have cordoned off a crime scene and the investigation is ongoing.

Neighbors were evacuated during the police operation, 9News. reported

One said they heard a scream and a loud bang.

”It ​​was pretty scary… it was really, really scary to hear the screaming.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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