Update 2: Death investigation in Pialba, QLD

Detectives investigating the death of Wayne John Thackrah have charged a man with murder.

Police were called to an Alice Street unit complex in the early hours of Sunday, January 6 where it will be alleged the 58-year-old was assaulted near a carport.

He was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital where he was pronounced deceased on January 14.

A 63-year-old man was arrested in Maryborough today and charged with murder.

He is expected to appear in the Hervey Bay Magistrates Court tomorrow.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

Quote this reference number: QP1900037685

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