Ross Judd, the man accused of a brutal murder in Mount Waverley, has faced court as prosecutors revealed disturbing details about the alleged crime.
The 34-year-old appeared before Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Thursday, charged with killing a man whose body was discovered in a residential property earlier this week.
Chilling Details Emerge in Court
During the brief hearing, prosecutors outlined their case against Judd, alleging the victim suffered multiple traumatic injuries. While specific details remain suppressed for legal reasons, sources close to the investigation describe the scene as particularly violent.
Detectives from the Homicide Squad spent two days combing through the crime scene for forensic evidence before making their arrest.
Community in Shock
Neighbours in the normally quiet Mount Waverley street expressed shock at the incident, with several describing hearing unusual noises in the days before the discovery.
"This is the last thing you expect in our neighbourhood," one local resident told reporters outside court. "It's been very unsettling for everyone."
Legal Proceedings Begin
Judd's defence lawyer indicated they would be contesting the charges, though no bail application was made during this initial hearing. The case has been adjourned for four weeks while police complete their investigation.
The accused remains in custody and could face life imprisonment if convicted. Under Victorian law, murder carries a maximum sentence of 25 years to life.
Police have urged anyone with information about the case to come forward as their investigation continues.
