A woman’s body has been discovered in a home in Hobart’s north, leading Tasmania Police to launch a suspicious death investigation.
Investigation in New Town
The deceased woman, believed to be in her 60s, was found lying on the floor in a corridor of a residence on Lissadell Court in New Town. Emergency services were called to the property around 4:00 PM on Sunday after a visitor arrived at the address.
Tasmania Police Detective Inspector David Gill stated that the woman had likely been dead inside the house for several weeks. This timeframe is a primary reason why police are treating the death as suspicious, though they are also maintaining an open mind regarding the possibility of natural causes.
The discovery follows a Saturday morning visit to the home by police and a mental health acute care team. The visit was prompted by concerns raised by family members regarding the mental health of a man in his 50s who resided at the house.
During that visit, police spoke with the man at the doorway before detaining him. He was subsequently taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital for mental health treatment.
The man has since been cleared by medical staff at the Royal Hobart Hospital and remains in police custody. An autopsy is scheduled to be completed on Monday.
Investigators are expected to continue processing the scene through Monday afternoon as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the body discovered?
The body was found on the floor in a corridor of a house on Lissadell Court in New Town, Hobart.
What is the current status of the man in his 50s?
He has been cleared by medical staff at the Royal Hobart Hospital and is currently in police custody.
Why is the death being treated as suspicious?
Police are treating the death as suspicious because the woman had been dead inside the house for several weeks.
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