Police Open Homicide Investigation Into Woman Found Dead in Brisbane River

Crystal Beale, 49, was last seen in West End before her body was discovered on February 22; authorities now seek public assistance.

Crystal Beale's body was found in the Brisbane River near Yeronga on February 22 after she was last seen at West End the night before.
Initially considered a non-suspicious drowning, further investigations revealed she suffered critical injuries, prompting a homicide investigation.
Police are seeking information from anyone who was in the area of Orleigh Park, West End, between 9:30 PM on February 21 and 1:00 AM on February 22.
CCTV footage shows Ms. Beale at a Sunnybank restaurant on February 21, wearing a white dress and a leather satchel.
Detective Acting Inspector Rod Watts is expected to provide updates on the case, urging anyone with information to contact authorities.