Man Found Dead at Charlestown Shopping Centre Carpark, Suspect Arrested
A 53-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of another man found in a shopping centre carpark on the NSW Central Coast.
The incident occurred at approximately 9:50am on Wednesday at a centre along the Pacific Highway in Charlestown, a suburb of Lake Macquarie.
Emergency services responded to reports of an assault, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation Underway
The identity of the deceased man has not been released.
Police were initially alerted to a man seen running south along the Pacific Highway shortly after the alleged assault.
A crime scene has been established at the Charlestown shopping centre, and investigators are reviewing dashcam and mobile phone footage from the area.
Members of the public with information about the incident are urged to contact Belmont Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The arrested man attended Newcastle City police station, and further details about his involvement are yet to be disclosed.
The incident remains under investigation, with police working to determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.
The community is encouraged to come forward with any information that may assist in the investigation.