UPDATE: A shocking incident in Brisbane has led to the death of a beloved local nurse, Carra Luke, aged 48, who was found with critical injuries early Saturday morning. The tragic event occurred around 12:30 AM at her home on Osprey Pl in Taigum, where emergency services rushed to the scene after a family member alerted the police.
Despite the rapid response from Queensland Ambulance, paramedics were unable to revive Luke, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The circumstances surrounding her death are under investigation, with police confirming it is being treated as an alleged stabbing.
Authorities quickly located a 52-year-old man at an address on Hackman St in McDowall. He is currently assisting police but has not yet been charged. Assistant Commissioner Rhys Wildman described the scene as “traumatic” for first responders, emphasizing the emotional toll such violent incidents can take on those involved.
“I think any scene where there’s violence involved is traumatic for all involved, including first responders, police and ambulance,”
Wildman stated. He added that support services will be provided for the frontline officers who attended the scene.
Carra Luke was a dedicated nurse with over 25 years of experience, known for her commitment to providing compassionate care. She worked at a doctor’s surgery in Wavell Heights, where colleagues described her as passionate about nursing and deeply caring for her patients from birth through adulthood.
Neighbors have expressed their shock and sadness at the loss of Luke, recalling her as a kind and caring woman who had a positive impact on everyone around her. The community is mourning the tragic loss, and many are left grappling with the circumstances of her death.
Police have established crime scenes at both the Taigum and McDowall addresses and are urging anyone who witnessed suspicious activity around Osprey Pl overnight or who may have relevant CCTV footage to come forward as investigations continue.
As this story develops, authorities are expected to provide further updates. Stay tuned for the latest information on this tragic incident that has shaken the Brisbane community.
