The father of Melbourne woman Courtney Herron, who was brutally bashed to death in an inner-city park, says it's an "unimaginable tragedy" and has asked for privacy.
John Herron released a statement on Thursday, following the discovery of his 25-year-old daughter's body at Royal Park on Saturday.
"Our beloved Courtney was the victim of a fatal assault. A person is now in custody," the statement reads.
"My daughter's death is an unimaginable tragedy for our family. Please respect our right to grieve in private."
Courtney Herron Source: Supplied
Ms Herron's body was found in a Melbourne park on Saturday after what police called a "horrendous bashing".
Ms Herron is the 20th woman to be killed in Australia this year, according to one count, and her death is part of a nationwide crisis of violence against women, say those campaigning for change.
