A 52-year-old Inala man has died in hospital after a suspected assault on Sunday night.
The man was taken to Logan Hospital by friends around 12:30 a.m. on Monday with serious brain injuries, where he was later transferred to the Princess Alexandra Hospital. Despite the efforts of medical staff, he tragically passed away on Tuesday night.
Police Investigation
Police were called to Logan Hospital early Monday morning and immediately began investigating the circumstances surrounding the man’s injuries. Inspector Chris Knight stated that many details about the incident remain unclear, but investigators believe the assault occurred on Rudyard Street in Inala around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Searching for Clues
Several crime scenes have been established between Hillcrest and Inala, including the location on Rudyard Street where the assault is thought to have taken place. Police believe the man may have visited these addresses before the attack.
His friends, who witnessed parts of the assault, have been interviewed but have not yet been able to provide a complete picture of what happened. Inspector Knight acknowledged the situation’s complexities and the difficulty in piecing together the events of that night.
Missing Vehicle Recovered
The victim’s dark grey 2014 Toyota RAV4 was initially reported missing. It was last seen at a fast-food restaurant on Government Road in Richlands around 6 p.m. on Sunday. Police have since recovered the vehicle, potentially providing valuable evidence in the investigation.
Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone who may have seen something or has dashcam footage from the area around Government Road, between Archerfield Road and Forest Lake Boulevard, to come forward. This information could be crucial in helping investigators understand what led to this tragic incident.
Published Date 07-Jan-2025