Man Found Dead in Melbourne Park

Authorities in Melbourne are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 28-year-old man found with apparent stab wounds in Balmoral Park. The victim was last seen by his sister in the Derrimut area around 9pm on Friday, accompanied by four other men. A passerby discovered him unconscious at approximately 4:20am on Saturday and called the police, while others attempted CPR. Despite the efforts of emergency services, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Homicide Squad Detective Inspector Dean Thomas reported that the victim showed signs of stab wounds, although a post-mortem examination is necessary to confirm this. He noted that several knives had been located in the vicinity and emphasized the need for forensic analysis to determine their connection to the incident. Witnesses have reported seeing multiple individuals fleeing the scene, but police are still working to verify these accounts. Detective Inspector Thomas indicated that the victim does not appear to have any gang affiliations, but investigations are ongoing to clarify the circumstances surrounding his death. Authorities are urging anyone who was in the area or has information about the incident to come forward. In response to the situation, local residents can expect an increased police presence in the area throughout Saturday. In a separate incident, police also discovered the body of a woman on a street in central Geelong, prompting traffic closures in the area as investigations continue.