Homicide Investigation Launched After Woman’s Body Found in Brisbane River

Crystal Beale, 49, was last seen in Brisbane’s West End before her body was discovered in the river on February 22, initially believed to be a non-suspicious death.

• Crystal Beale was last seen on February 21 near Orleigh Park in Brisbane’s West End before her body was found in the Brisbane River early the next morning.
• Her death was initially deemed non-suspicious, but a post-mortem and further investigations have led police to launch a homicide inquiry.
• Police released CCTV footage showing Beale wearing a white dress and carrying a brown leather satchel on the night she disappeared.
• Investigators are appealing for witnesses who were in the West End area between 9:30 PM on February 21 and 1:00 AM on February 22 to come forward with any information.
• Beale is remembered by her family and friends as a kind and caring mother, with her daughter expressing heartbreak and calling for answers.

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