Melbourne man found dead inside his home; homicide investigation launched

Police seek information about death of Kenneth Johnson

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MELBOURNE, Fla. – A 32-year-old man was found dead Saturday inside his Melbourne home, prompting a homicide investigation, according to police.

Melbourne police said Kenneth Johnson was found dead in a home in the 700 block of McDermott Avenue.

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According to police, officers were called to the home and found Johnson dead.

“At this time, this appears to be an isolated incident,” police said in a statement.

Detectives said anyone with information about Johnson’s death is asked to call the Melbourne Police Department at 321-608-6731. Tips can be made anonymously through Crimeline at crimeline.org or 800-423-TIPS (8477). Tips through Crimeline that lead to an arrest are eligible for reward.

No other details have been released.


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