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Universal Store Co-Founder Greg Josephson Fatally Stabbed at Teen House Party

The case is set to test Queensland's adult crime, adult time legislation.

Greg Josephson was found stabbed to death at his home in Brisbane, Australia on Thursday night.
Greg Josephson, CEO of Universal Store | Image: LinkedIn
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Overview

  • Greg Josephson was found stabbed to death at his Clayfield residence during a pre-arranged house party attended by about 30 teenagers.
  • Police allege the 15-year-old suspect, who was known to Josephson, made the emergency call and was arrested nearby on Barlow Street.
  • Investigators have recovered the alleged murder weapon and are interviewing other partygoers in a domestic violence-related investigation.
  • The accused was denied bail at a Brisbane Children's Court appearance and is due back on September 2.
  • The prosecution could become the first major test of Queensland's adult crime, adult time laws as concerns rise about youth violence.