Woman is found dead

HOMICIDE squad detectives are investigating the death of a woman in Melbourne’s east.

Emergency services were called to a property in Croydon North about 10.15pm on Saturday after reports of an assault.

“Paramedics worked on a woman found with critical injuries,” police said on Sunday.

“Sadly, the woman who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.”

A 40-year-old man is assisting police with their enquiries.

Forensics teams are combing through the property, while police have also spoken to neighbours.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.