Early Morning Walk Ended in Tragedy
A routine early-morning walk through Dandenong turned fatal after a man suffered catastrophic head injuries on a suburban street.
Now, more than a year later, Homicide Squad detectives have charged a Dandenong man with murder over the death.
The victim, a 52-year-old Alexandra man, travelled to Dandenong with his partner during February of 2025.
Police said the pair stayed at a local motel before the man left alone for a walk about 2am on Friday, the 28th of February.
Detectives revealed the man often walked to ease leg pain and cramps.
Investigators later obtained CCTV footage showing him walking through Dandenong with a noticeable limp, however he never returned to the motel.
Concern quickly grew after his partner realised he had not come back overnight.
Passerby Made Grim Discovery on Fifth Avenue
Around 6.55am, a passerby discovered the man on Fifth Avenue suffering serious head injuries.
Paramedics rushed him to hospital for urgent treatment.
Despite medical efforts, the Alexandra man died the following day on Saturday, the 1st of March.
Soon after, Homicide Squad detectives launched a major investigation into the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death.
Police later released CCTV footage tracing most of the victim’s movements before the incident, however detectives initially struggled to determine exactly how the injuries occurred.
At the time, investigators confirmed they had not ruled out the possibility of an assault.
Detectives Charge Dandenong Man with Murder
This week, detectives arrested a 50-year-old Dandenong man as part of the ongoing investigation.
Police have since charged the man with one count of murder.
Today, the accused appeared before the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court.
The court further remanded him until the 21st of August.
Detectives also said they do not believe the accused and victim knew each other before the incident.
Meanwhile, the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
