The normally peaceful suburb of Kenmore Hills, in Brisbane’s southwest, has been left reeling after police discovered the bodies of two people inside a home during a welfare check on Sunday afternoon.
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Authorities confirmed they were called to the property shortly after 12:45 p.m. following concerns for the occupants. Upon entry, officers were met with the tragic scene, with both individuals declared dead at the location.
Police immediately established a crime scene, with forensic specialists and uniformed officers working into the evening to collect evidence and determine the circumstances leading to the deaths. The property was cordoned off with police tape as shocked neighbors watched the investigation unfold.
A Queensland Police Service spokesperson confirmed the discovery, adding: “Investigations are under way. Police believe there is no ongoing threat to the public.” While that statement offered some reassurance, many locals remain unsettled by the tragedy in their quiet, family-oriented community.
The identities of the deceased have not yet been officially released, with formal identification and notification of next of kin still pending. The causes of death are also under investigation and will form a central part of the inquiry overseen by the Office of the State Coroner.
Detectives have been gathering statements from neighbors and community members in an effort to piece together the events leading up to the discovery. Residents described the area as calm and safe, with one local saying, “You just don’t expect something like this to happen here. Seeing all the police cars and tape was very unsettling.”
Police have urged the public not to speculate as the investigation continues, emphasizing that there is no indication of any ongoing risk to the wider community.
Support organizations, including Lifeline and Beyond Blue, have encouraged anyone struggling with the news to seek help.
Further updates, including the identities of the deceased and the findings of forensic examinations, are expected in the coming days as authorities work to unravel the circumstances behind this heartbreaking event.