Friends and family of Melbourne man Andrew Truman have expressed their shock and sadness at his sudden death following an attack in the city’s CBD.
He died in hospital following an assault in the CBD on Wednesday, 9 October.
Police say the 44-year-old was walking on Elizabeth Street from Flinders Street when he was approached by a man and struck to the head.
He sustained significant head injuries and was conveyed to hospital in a life-threatening condition but has died.
His family have described him as someone who was “unafraid to be himself in any context” and “a vibrant, independent, courageous man.”
“He was a marvellous and fierce supporter of the LGBTQIAP+ community and a proud gay man,” the family said in a statement.
Truman has been described as a passionate Western Bulldogs supporter and a much-loved life member of the Wyndham All Abilities Football and Cricket Club.
Police search for man wanted in connection to the alleged assault
Homicide Squad detectives are appealing for public assistance to locate Todd Menegaldo following the serious assault of a man in the CBD earlier this week.
Detectives have conducted a significant search over the past few days in an attempt to locate Menegaldo.
He is described as being approximately 180 -185cm tall with a thin build.
Menegaldo also goes by the nickname ‘Rooster’ and has a black and white crossbreed Staffordshire terrier.
Police have released images and CCTV of Menegaldo in the hope someone can provide information regarding his current whereabouts.
He 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.
Anyone who sights Menegaldo is urged not to approach him and to contact triple zero (000) immediately.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
