(Cairns, January 18, 2026) – A man has been arrested after a body was found at a property in Cairns North, according to The Cairns Post.
A man is in custody following the finding of a deceased person at a residential property in Queensland, Australia.
Police responded to a report concerning the welfare of a person at a property on Greenslopes Street, Cairns North, on Thursday, The Cairns Post reported. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of a man. A 37-year-old man was subsequently taken into custody, according to the report.
Did you know?-Queensland Police routinely respond to welfare checks, which can escalate into criminal investigations if suspicious circumstances are found. These checks are often initiated by concerned family members or neighbors.
Police have not released the identity of the deceased, nor have they provided details regarding the cause of death. Investigations are ongoing. “A man is currently assisting police with inquiries,” The Cairns Post stated, citing a police spokesperson.
Police have not released further details at this time as the examination is in its early stages.
Time.news based this report in part on reporting by The Cairns Post and added autonomous analysis and context.
