Woman Charged with Attempted Murder in Banyo Domestic Violence Incident

In a disturbing incident that unfolded in Banyo, Queensland, a 49-year-old woman has been charged with attempted murder following a domestic violence-related wounding. The incident occurred on May 13 when the woman allegedly stabbed a man known to her multiple times with a knife at a Banyo address around 3 pm.

Upon receiving the report, police officers promptly arrived at the scene, provided first aid to the injured man, and apprehended the woman. The victim, fortunately, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was swiftly transported to a hospital for medical attention.

The accused woman from Banyo is facing serious charges, including attempted murder as a domestic violence offense, contravention of a domestic violence order, and obstructing a police officer. She has been remanded in custody and is set to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on May 14.

For those experiencing domestic violence or in need of support, various agencies offer assistance. These include DVConnect Womensline, DVConnect Mensline, 1800 RESPECT, and 13YARN. Additional information and resources can be found on the Queensland Government Domestic and Family Violence portal.

In light of this troubling incident, authorities urge individuals to report any instances of domestic and family violence to the police. Immediate assistance can be accessed through emergency services or by contacting Policelink and Crime Stoppers for confidential support and guidance.