Police Update 1: Homicide Investigation, Clayfield

Police have charged a 15-year-old Clayfield boy with murder (domestic violence offence) after a 58-year-old Clayfield man was located deceased at Clayfield last night, June 26.

Emergency services were called to an Oriel Road address around 8:15pm following reports of a man sustaining critical injuries.

Upon arrival, it will be alleged that officers located the 58-year-old Clayfield man deceased at the property, as well as a large group of teenagers.

Officers also located a 15-year-old Clayfield boy nearby and took him into custody.

It will be alleged the pair were known to each other.

Following investigations, detectives have since charged the 15-year-old Clayfield boy with one count of murder domestic violence offence.

He was refused police bail and is due to appear in Brisbane Childrens Court this morning, June 27.

Investigators are appealing to anyone who may have information that could assist, or who may have CCTV or dashcam footage from the area, to come forward.

Earlier:

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 or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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