Police Investigate Fatal Stabbing of Brisbane Man Following Family Argument
A 39-year-old man succumbed to stab wounds after an altercation with two extended family members; charges are expected later today.
- The victim, a 39-year-old man from West End, was fatally stabbed at The Chelsea apartment block in Bowen Hills, Brisbane, early Sunday morning.
- Police believe the stabbing followed an argument between the victim and two individuals, a 22-year-old man and a 45-year-old woman, who are assisting with the investigation.
- The victim attempted to flee the scene but died shortly after being transported to the Royal Brisbane Women's and Children's Hospital.
- The suspected weapon, a knife believed to have been used in the attack, has been recovered by police.
- Investigators have established a crime scene and expect to lay charges later today as they continue to examine the dynamics of the incident.