Grim details after man, 22, charged with torture, murder of baby boy in Queensland

A man accused of torturing and murdering a four-month-old baby in regional Queensland allegedly shook the infant before his death, detectives have revealed. The 22-year-old was charged at the weekend, more than two years after the baby’s death. Police say the four-month-old was taken to Bundaberg Hospital before being flown to the Queensland Children’s Hospital on February 24, 2024. Hospital staff flagged the baby’s injuries and reported the incident to police. The baby boy died in hospital little more than a week later on March 3, 2024. Detective Acting Inspector Wade Lee alleged the baby was injured after being shaken. “It will be alleged the injuries are consistent with what’s commonly known as a child’s shake injury,” he said. He said it was a “particularly difficult investigation”. “There are complexities around a child dying,” he said. “And the investigation itself has been a meticulous investigation that will largely rely upon medical evidence.” He said the Bundaberg community had been supportive while the investigation continued. “I would like to acknowledge the support we have got out of the Bundaberg community,” he said. “There has been a lot of support and assistance with this investigation, and obviously inquiries around the day in question have been fruitful.” Footage showed officers attending the home in Bundaberg West and arresting the 22-year-old. Dressed in a plaid shirt and dark trousers, the man was barefoot as officers escorted him to the back of the police van. He is due to appear in Bundaberg Magistrates Court on Monday. Investigations are ongoing.