Detectives from the Ipswich Criminal Investigations Branch have commenced a homicide investigation following the death of a man in Fernvale yesterday evening, 27 September.
Around 5:55pm, emergency services were called to Stoneywood Street after reports that a vehicle had struck a man.
A 50-year-old Fernvale man was located unresponsive and declared deceased at the scene.
A crime scene was declared, and a 45-year-old woman, known to the man, was taken into custody at the scene and is currently assisting police with their enquiries.
Investigations into the circumstances of the man’s death are ongoing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au or call 131 444.
Quote this reference number: QP2601917334
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence, report it to police at www.police.qld.gov.au/domestic-violence and reach out to support services.
If domestic violence is occurring now and someone is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).
For all other DFV-related matters, phone police on 131 444, 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Support and counselling is available from the following agencies:
- DVConnect Womensline: 1800 811 811
- DVConnect Mensline: 1800 600 636
- 1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732
- 13YARN: 13 92 76
- Diverse Voices: 1800 184 527
- Elder Abuse Helpline: 1300 651 192
Further information and local support service contact details are available at www.qld.gov.au/need-to-know.
