A 23-year-old woman has been fatally shot at a residence on the Gold Coast, with a man of the same age now charged with murder.
Shooting in Biggera Waters
Emergency services were called to a home on Loder Street in Biggera Waters around 8:00 PM on the night prior to this report. Upon arrival, they discovered a 23-year-old woman suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Despite the response, the woman was declared dead at the scene.
Arrest and Charges
A 23-year-old man from Biggera Waters was taken into custody without incident. He has since been charged with:
- One count of murder (domestic violence)
- One count of unlawful possession of a weapon used to commit an indictable offence
The accused is scheduled to appear in Southport Magistrates Court today.
Ongoing Investigation
Police have confirmed that investigations into the incident remain ongoing.
"Investigations are continuing," a police spokesperson stated.