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Targeted Drive-By Shooting Near Melbourne Police Station

1/3/2026

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Police are investigating a targeted drive-by shooting that killed a young man outside the Fitzroy police station in Melbourne on Saturday morning.
An officer heard gunshots and found the victim with life-threatening injuries; despite immediate first aid, he died at the scene.
Witnesses reported a silver SUV fleeing the area, and Detective Acting Inspector Brett Meadows stated that gang involvement remains unclear.
The incident has raised concerns about reduced police station hours, prompting local leaders to criticize the state government’s resource management.
No arrests have been made, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

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Police are investigating a targeted drive-by shooting that killed a young man outside the Fitzroy police station in Melbourne on Saturday morning.
An officer heard gunshots and found the victim with life-threatening injuries; despite immediate first aid, he died at the scene.
Witnesses reported a silver SUV fleeing the area, and Detective Acting Inspector Brett Meadows stated that gang involvement remains unclear.
The incident has raised concerns about reduced police station hours, prompting local leaders to criticize the state government’s resource management.
No arrests have been made, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.