A Seddon man assaulted in the Melbourne CBD last week has died in hospital.
The 44-year-old was walking on Elizabeth Street from Flinders Street when he was approached by a man and struck to the head on Wednesday, October 9.
He sustained significant head injuries and was taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition, but died over the weekend.
Homicide Squad detectives have released images and CCTV footage of the man suspected of carrying out the assault and appealed to the public for assistance in locating him.
Todd Menegaldo, who also goes by the nickname ‘Rooster,’ is described as being approximately 180 -185cm tall with a thin build.
He has a black and white crossbreed Staffordshire terrier and is known to frequent the Melbourne CBD, in particular the areas around Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street railway station, as well as the Mildura and Bendigo areas.
He was last seen wearing a zip up purple jumper, dark jeans and a yellow beanie.
Police are warning anyone who sees Mr Menegaldo to not to approach him and to instead call triple zero (000) immediately.
Contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
