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Murder Charge Expected After Death in Mount Barker

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Murder Charge Anticipated Following Death in Mount Barker

A 25-year-old man is anticipated to face a murder charge following the death of a 39-year-old man in Mount Barker, located in the Adelaide Hills.

Police responded to Paterson Lane just before 10:00 PM on Monday after receiving reports of a disturbance.

The 39-year-old man was transported to a hospital in a private vehicle and died shortly after arrival.

The 25-year-old suspect, from Pooraka, reportedly departed the scene but was apprehended nearby after a police search.

Authorities stated that the incident was not random, and the individuals involved were known to each other.

Investigations into the event are continuing.