Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman after the vehicle she was in became submerged in flood waters at Duchess, southeast of Mount Isa, yesterday, February 15.
At approximately 1:15pm, emergency services received reports of a white Toyota Hilux that was located partially submerged in the flooded Malbon River, near Cloncurry Duchess Road.
The driver of the vehicle, a 28-year-old Townsville woman, was located inside and was declared deceased.
Investigations into the circumstances of the woman's death are ongoing.
Officers are appealing to anyone who may have seen the white Toyota Hilux travelling in the area within the past few days to come forward.
Witnesses or anyone with information that may assist with investigations are also urged to contact police..
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
