A Queensland court has heard fresh evidence in the murder trial surrounding the fatal shooting of Anuisha Bone, with a witness describing what prosecutors allege was a frantic effort to conceal evidence immediately after the incident.
According to evidence presented in court, the witness claimed that following the roadside shooting, a firearm allegedly connected to the incident was hidden at a family home, while Mr Bone's mobile phone was allegedly thrown into the Fitzroy River in an attempt to destroy potential evidence. The claims form part of the prosecution's case and are being tested during the trial.
Mr Bone was fatally shot on Yeppoon Road at Norman Gardens, near Rockhampton, in November 2023. His death prompted a major homicide investigation involving Queensland Police, who appealed extensively for public assistance and forensic evidence. In January 2024, two men were arrested and charged with his murder after investigators gathered evidence over several months. Both men have pleaded through the court process, and the allegations remain before the court.
During the current proceedings, the witness described events that allegedly unfolded after the shooting, including conversations and actions said to have been aimed at preventing police from recovering important evidence. Prosecutors argue these alleged actions demonstrate an attempt to obstruct the investigation.
As with all criminal trials, the allegations presented by the prosecution remain subject to challenge. Defence lawyers are cross-examining witnesses and disputing aspects of the prosecution's case, while the court continues to hear evidence before any verdict is reached. No findings of guilt have been made in relation to the allegations discussed during the trial.
The case has attracted significant attention across Central Queensland because of the violent nature of the incident and the lengthy police investigation that followed. Detectives previously acknowledged the assistance provided by members of the public, whose information helped investigators piece together the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting.
The trial is expected to continue as additional witnesses give evidence and both the prosecution and defence present their cases. Once all evidence has been heard, the jury will determine whether the prosecution has proved the charges beyond reasonable doubt.
