In a tragic turn of events, Queensland Police have charged a man with double murder and drug supply following the discovery of two bodies in a Brisbane home on Thursday morning.
Emergency services were dispatched to a residence on Kentville Street in Mitchelton around 8:50 AM after receiving a distress call. Upon arrival, they found the lifeless bodies of a 61-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman inside the property. A 41-year-old man, also present at the scene, was immediately taken into custody.
The man, who hails from Brisbane’s Greenslopes, has since been charged with two counts of murder and supplying dangerous drugs. The exact circumstances leading to the deaths remain under investigation, but police are treating the case as a homicide with potential links to illegal drug activity.
Detectives are now working to piece together the events that led to this tragedy, and an autopsy has been ordered to determine the exact cause of death for both victims. The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of their families.
This incident has sent shockwaves through the quiet Mitchelton neighborhood, with residents expressing their disbelief and concern over the violent event. Police have reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community, as they continue their investigation.
Queensland Police have urged anyone with information related to the incident to come forward, as even the smallest details could prove crucial in solving this case. As the investigation progresses, more details are expected to emerge, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding these tragic deaths.