Woman, 40, charged with murder of 18yo man at home in Daisy Hill, Queensland
The 40-year-old woman and the 18-year-old man were found at a Marbura Court home in Daisy Hill - about 26km south of the city's CBD - at about 3pm on May 30.
'The 18-year-old man was transported to hospital, where he remained in an induced coma before passing away on June 4,' the Queensland Police Service (QPS) said in a statement.
'The woman was also transported to hospital, where she remained in an induced coma before recovering on June 1.'
The woman and the man were known to each other, police have confirmed.
Homicide detectives established a crime scene at the residence.
The woman was initially charged with attempted murder, but the charge was upgraded to murder on Wednesday.
The woman, from Daisy Hill, was due to appear at Beenleigh Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
Detective Senior Sergeant Daniel Cunningham said the investigation involved close collaboration between specialist units.
'This is an incredibly tragic case that has had a devastating impact on all involved,' he said.
'Our investigators have worked methodically to gather evidence and support the (alleged) victim's extended family through this complex and confronting investigation.
'Our thoughts are with the young man's loved ones and those in the community who continue to grieve this loss.'
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