Dead man found north of Melbourne may have been targeted

Police are investigating whether a man who died at Wollert, north of Melbourne, on Thursday afternoon was the victim of a targeted attack.

Emergency services were called to a property in Gypsum Drive following reports a man had been found unresponsive just before 5:30pm.

Victoria Police said the man was yet to be formally identified.

His death is being treated as suspicious.

A crime scene was set up at the property and Homicide detectives are investigating.

Police said no arrests had been made and the investigation into the circumstances of the man's death was ongoing.

Anyone with information has been urged to contact CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000.