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22-Year-Old Dies in Mernda Station Brawl; Teens Arrested

3/7/2026

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A 22-year-old man died after a fight outside Mernda railway station on March 6, 2026.
Police responded to a brawl about 5:50 PM and found him unconscious.
Paramedics treated him at the scene, but he died.
Four teenagers, aged 16 to 18, were arrested and remain in custody.
Local residents expressed safety concerns about the incident and hours-long train disruption.

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Story summary

A 22-year-old man died after a fight outside Mernda railway station on March 6, 2026.
Police responded to a brawl about 5:50 PM and found him unconscious.
Paramedics treated him at the scene, but he died.
Four teenagers, aged 16 to 18, were arrested and remain in custody.
Local residents expressed safety concerns about the incident and hours-long train disruption.