ACT Policing are pursuing a new lead in their investigation into a suspicious death at a Braddon apartment, having publicly identified the victim and released an image of a vehicle of interest.
Victim identified as Belconnen man
The man found deceased at a unit on Lowanna Street in Braddon has been formally identified as a 44-year-old resident of Belconnen. Emergency services discovered the man's body late on the evening of December 13 after receiving calls concerning an injured person at the address.
A 37-year-old woman who lived at the unit was present when police arrived. Authorities have stated she is assisting with inquiries and is not being treated as a suspect.
Grey Toyota Hilux sought in new appeal
Investigators have revealed a significant new line of enquiry, centring on a vehicle spotted near the Lowanna Street unit approximately a week after the death. Police are keen to locate the owner of a grey Toyota Hilux utility seen in the area on the evening of Saturday, December 20.
An ACT Policing spokeswoman confirmed investigators believe the owner of the vehicle may hold information crucial to the case and wish to speak with them. A photograph of the Hilux has been released to the public to aid in identification.
Death treated as suspicious
From the outset, police have treated the man's death as suspicious due to the specific circumstances surrounding the discovery of his body. Detective Acting Superintendent of the north district, Anthony Brown, has previously emphasised the suspicious nature of the incident.
No arrests have been made in connection with the death at this stage. The investigation remains active and ongoing, with forensic and other lines of enquiry being pursued.
Police are urging anyone with information about the grey Toyota Hilux or the events leading to the 44-year-old man's death to contact Crime Stoppers immediately. Information can be provided anonymously via the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Please quote reference number 8252015.
