A man has died following an alleged altercation in Burnie early on Sunday.
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Tasmania Police have arrested five people after they were called to the scene at Ritchie Avenue in Burnie about 3am Sunday.
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Detective Inspector Rob Gunton said one man was critically injured and he was taken to the North-West Regional Hospital, but later died.
"Our thoughts are with the man's family and loved ones at this difficult time," Detective Inspector Gunton said.
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"Initial investigations indicate the parties were known to each other. Police, including forensics, remain at the scene conducting investigations."
Anyone with information should contact Burnie Police on 131 444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au.
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