Arrest in double homicide at Deception Bay, QLD

A 34-year-old woman from Kallangur has been arrested following investigations into the murder of April and Ian Bailey at Deception Bay in 2004., Queensland Police say

April Bailey and her brother Ian were located deceased inside their Warren Crescent, Deception Bay home on May 28, 2004. It is believed the pair were murdered prior to the house being set on fire.

Late last year, investigators from the Homicide Group in conjunction with Moreton District Criminal Investigation Branch commenced a review of the cold case with a view to applying new techniques and technology to evidence located at the scene.

The woman was arrested this morning by investigators.

Investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously.

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