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Man found dead in floodwaters at Boompa on Fraser Coast

Police are investigating after a man was found unresponsive and declared deceased in floodwaters at Smothering Creek, Boompa Road, on the Fraser Coast.

Police are investigating the death of a man found in floodwaters at Boompa on the Fraser Coast on Monday 26 October.

Shortly after 11am, police and emergency services were called to Smothering Creek at Boompa Road after reports a man had been located unresponsive. Crews declared the man deceased on arrival.

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death are ongoing. Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.

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This report is based on information released by Queensland Police Service.

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