Homicide Squad to investigate Coburg death

Homicide Squad detectives are now investigating the death of an 87-year-old Coburg man following a serious assault that occurred earlier this month.

The man was located inside a property on Reynard Street on Wednesday 11 November, just before 11pm.

He was taken to hospital with serious injuries however he died this morning.

A 56-year-old Kurunjang man and a 45-year-old Morwell woman who were located at the scene on the evening of the assault were spoken to by police.

They were released without charge and it is understood all parties were known to each other.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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