Detectives from the Crime and Intelligence Homicide Investigation Unit and Ayr Criminal Investigation Branch are continuing to investigate the death of a 56-year-old Down syndrome man, Isaac Oar, in Ayr in August 2023.
Around 9.18pm on Thursday,10th of August, 2023, emergency services were called to an Alice Street residence after Isaac, also known as 'Ike', was located unresponsive.
He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Due to the circumstances, police commenced a suspicious death investigation, and a crime scene was established.
Investigations into the death of Isaac, who has Down syndrome and was non-verbal, have been complex, with detectives conducting extensive and thorough inquiries into his health, care and treatment throughout his life.
Extensive investigations and forensic medical examinations were conducted, including a thorough post-mortem, which revealed Isaac was experiencing serious malnourishment weighing just 29kg at the time of his death.
Detective Inspector Jason Shepherd from the Townsville District Crime Services wanted to assure the public that this is a complex and ongoing criminal investigation.
"We will continue to investigate all aspects of Isaac Oar's family dynamics, health, care and treatment in the weeks, months and years leading up to his death," Detective Inspector Shepherd said.
"Detectives are not satisfied that this investigation is complete and will continue to investigate all circumstances surrounding the death of Isaac.
"I urge anyone who had contact with Isaac or his family over in the months leading to his death to contact police. Any piece of information, no matter how small, can have a significant impact on our investigation."
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.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
