Greenbank: Man, 25, charged with murder of 3-week-old baby boy south of Brisbane in 2024
A man has been charged with the murder of a three-week-old baby boy who died in hospital more than 18 months ago.
A man has been charged with the murder of a three-week-old baby more than 18 months ago, with detectives alleging the child suffered “internal injuries”.
The baby boy was presented to Queensland Children’s Hospital on July 18, 2024 in a critical condition.
He died four days later.
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“Detectives undertook an extensive and protracted investigation and recently received results from comprehensive medical examinations, which indicate the child sustained internal injuries,” Queensland Police said in a statement issued on Monday.
It will be alleged the child received the injuries at a Rosemary St address in Greenbank, south of Brisbane.
A 25-year-old Cleveland man – who was known to the child – was arrested on Monday morning.
He has been charged with a single count of murder and will front Brisbane Magistrates Court.
Police investigations continue.
Originally published as Man, 25, charged with murder of 3-week-old baby boy south of Brisbane in 2024
