Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Lynbrook this afternoon.
Police were attempting to arrest a man in relation to outstanding matters when he fled on foot inside a shopping centre on South Gippsland Highway just after 12.30pm.
The man was located a short time later with life threatening injuries, believed to be self-inflicted.
Emergency services immediately administered CPR, however he was unable to be revived and was declared deceased at the scene.
Homicide Squad detectives will investigate the incident with oversight from Professional Standards Command, as per standard practice when a person dies in police presence.
Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
