Attempted Murder Charge in Kingston

Hobe News Update, January 18, 2025 A 36-year-old Kingston man has been charged with attempted murder following a violent altercation at a Kingston Court residence early this morning. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene at approximately 7:45 am after receiving reports of a dispute between a man and a woman. Police allege that during the altercation, the man set a 34-year-old woman on fire using a lighter. The victim was treated on-site by paramedics before being transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, where she remains in serious condition. The suspect has been c

Hobe News Update, January 18, 2025 A 36-year-old Kingston man has been charged with attempted murder following a violent altercation at a Kingston Court residence early this morning. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene at approximately 7:45 am after receiving reports of a dispute between a man and a woman. Police allege that during the altercation, the man set a 34-year-old woman on fire using a lighter. The victim was treated on-site by paramedics before being transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, where she remains in serious condition. The suspect has been charged with one count of attempted murder, one count of common assault, and one count of breaching a domestic violence order. Authorities have opposed his bail application. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Beenleigh Magistrates Court on Monday, January 20. This is a developing story, and further details will be provided as more information becomes available.