Queensland Police investigate death of 47-year-old woman in Garbutt

A homicide investigation has been launched after a woman’s body was found during a welfare check in far north Queensland.

Emergency services were called to a unit on Chandler St, Garbutt, in Townsville, to perform a welfare check about 1.45pm on Monday.

Queensland Police discovered the body of a 47-year-old woman at the home.

A crime scene was declared and homicide investigation into the circumstances of the death are continuing.

Anyone who may have information is urged to contact police.