Homicide Squad detectives have this afternoon arrested a man following the fatal assault of a woman in Northcote last night.
A 52-year-old Northcote man has been taken into custody and will now be interviewed by police.
The arrest follows an incident where emergency services were called to a residence on Brickworks Lane after the body of a 51-year-old woman was located by a family member shortly before 8pm.
Police believe the parties were known to each other.
Any witnesses, anyone with dash cam/CCTV or anyone with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link
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