Man Shot Dead in Suspected Targeted Attack in Melbourne
By Chloe · Published 28 Oct 2026 · Updated 28 Oct 2026
Melbourne, VIC · Victoria News
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Man Shot Dead in Suspected Targeted Attack in Melbourne - Melbourne, VIC
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Homicide detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of a 55-year-old man in Reservoir, with a burnt-out vehicle discovered in nearby Thomastown.
A 55-year-old man has died after being shot at a residential property in Reservoir, in Melbourne's northern suburbs, prompting a homicide investigation by Victoria Police. The incident occurred late on Tuesday night, 27 October, and was reported in the early hours of Wednesday, 28 October 2026. Investigators are examining whether the shooting was a targeted attack and whether a vehicle found burning nearby is connected to the incident. Victoria Police+1
Emergency services were called to Mahoneys Road in Reservoir at approximately 11:50 pm after reports that a man had been shot. Police confirmed that the victim was a 55-year-old man from Richmond. He sustained multiple gunshot wounds and died at the scene, according to reporting published on 28 October.
Homicide Squad detectives attended the property and established a crime scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death. At the time of the latest reports, police had not announced any arrests, and investigators were continuing to gather evidence.
Police believe the suspected shooter approached the victim before firing several shots and fleeing. Media reports described a black Lexus SUV as the vehicle used to leave the scene. Investigators are working to establish the movements of those involved before and after the shooting and to determine the motive behind the attack. These details remain part of the ongoing investigation and have not established who was responsible.
A short time after the shooting, a vehicle was found burnt out on Robinvale Avenue in nearby Thomastown. Investigators are examining whether the vehicle fire is connected to the fatal incident in Reservoir. Police reported that people left the scene of the vehicle fire in a white-coloured vehicle. The relationship between the two incidents remains under investigation. Victoria Police+1
The discovery of the burnt-out vehicle has become an important line of inquiry because investigators need to establish whether it was used during the shooting or as part of an attempt to conceal evidence. Forensic examinations, witness statements and available CCTV or dashcam footage may help detectives reconstruct the events. Police have not publicly confirmed a motive.
The shooting has also led to warnings about traffic disruptions in the affected areas while police examine the scenes and collect evidence. Residents and motorists travelling through Reservoir and Thomastown around the time of the incident may have information that could assist the investigation.
Victoria Police have appealed to anyone who witnessed suspicious activity, saw vehicles connected with the incident, or has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward. People with information can contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or submit information online through its official website.
As of the reports published on 28 October 2026, the investigation remained active, no arrests had been announced, and police were still working to determine the circumstances of the fatal shooting. The case highlights the importance of timely witness information and forensic evidence in helping homicide detectives establish what happened and identify those responsible.
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A 55-year-old man has died after being shot at a residential property in Reservoir, in Melbourne's northern suburbs, prompting a homicide investigation by Victoria Police. The incident occurred late on Tuesday night, 27 October, and was reported in the early hours of Wednesday, 28 October 2026. Investigators are examining whether the shooting was a targeted attack and whether a vehicle found burning nearby is connected to the incident. Victoria Police+1
Emergency services were called to Mahoneys Road in Reservoir at approximately 11:50 pm after reports that a man had been shot. Police confirmed that the victim was a 55-year-old man from Richmond. He sustained multiple gunshot wounds and died at the scene, according to reporting published on 28 October.
Homicide Squad detectives attended the property and established a crime scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death. At the time of the latest reports, police had not announced any arrests, and investigators were continuing to gather evidence.
Police believe the suspected shooter approached the victim before firing several shots and fleeing. Media reports described a black Lexus SUV as the vehicle used to leave the scene. Investigators are working to establish the movements of those involved before and after the shooting and to determine the motive behind the attack. These details remain part of the ongoing investigation and have not established who was responsible.
A short time after the shooting, a vehicle was found burnt out on Robinvale Avenue in nearby Thomastown. Investigators are examining whether the vehicle fire is connected to the fatal incident in Reservoir. Police reported that people left the scene of the vehicle fire in a white-coloured vehicle. The relationship between the two incidents remains under investigation. Victoria Police+1
The discovery of the burnt-out vehicle has become an important line of inquiry because investigators need to establish whether it was used during the shooting or as part of an attempt to conceal evidence. Forensic examinations, witness statements and available CCTV or dashcam footage may help detectives reconstruct the events. Police have not publicly confirmed a motive.
The shooting has also led to warnings about traffic disruptions in the affected areas while police examine the scenes and collect evidence. Residents and motorists travelling through Reservoir and Thomastown around the time of the incident may have information that could assist the investigation.
Victoria Police have appealed to anyone who witnessed suspicious activity, saw vehicles connected with the incident, or has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward. People with information can contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or submit information online through its official website.
As of the reports published on 28 October 2026, the investigation remained active, no arrests had been announced, and police were still working to determine the circumstances of the fatal shooting. The case highlights the importance of timely witness information and forensic evidence in helping homicide detectives establish what happened and identify those responsible.
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