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Melbourne man's death 'not suspicious'

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The discovery of a man's body on a driveway in Melbourne's west is no longer being treated as suspicious.

A 43-year-old was found dead on Church Street, Melton about 5.50pm yesterday.

Homicide squad detectives were called to the scene and a crime scene was established 900 metres away but after a post-mortem the investigation was ceased.

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Melton man's body found

A man's body has been found in a driveway on Melbourne's west. 9News

Melton man's body found

Homicide detectives are also looking at a second crime scene on High Street. 9News

A report will be prepared for the Coroner.

A 22-year-old Melton man assisting with inquiries was release without charge.

Police attended an address in Essex Drive around the same time the body was found after reports two men were involved in an altercation which escalated.

The men were known to each other and suffered cuts to their face and stomach.

Investigators confirmed the incidents are not linked.

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Anyone with information is urged to call CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000.

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