A MAN has been found dead on a footpath outside a Centrelink office in Shepparton.

Police were called about 7.20am after a body was discovered on Maude St.

Victoria Police Sergeant Anthoula Moutis said police were investigating but the circumstances remained unclear.

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“Police are currently investigating the circumstances after the body of a man was located in Shepparton this morning,” Sgt Moutis said.

“The man was found deceased on a footpath on Maude Street about 7.20am.

“The cause of the death is yet to be determined and is being treated as suspicious.”

Parts of Maude St remained sealed off this morning while local police attended the scene.

Other investigative teams are expected to join them as police piece together what led to the death and who, if anyone else, was involved.