A shocking discovery was made in Springbrook national park on the Gold Coast, leaving police with more questions than answers.
A bushwalker stumbled upon a human skull, believed to be that of a child or a person of light build, in the rainforest on Friday morning.
The skull was found just 10 meters from a track, and police are now working to unravel the mystery behind it.
What Do We Know So Far?
According to police, the skull appears to have been deliberately placed in the rainforest, rather than being the result of a recent death or foul play.
The area has been declared a crime scene, and forensic experts are working to examine the skull further. DNA and carbon dating tests are also being conducted, but these could take months to yield results.
Theories and Investigations
Police are exploring various theories, including the possibility that the skull is a misplaced museum artifact or part of a twisted prank.
With no other bones or evidence of criminal activity found in the area, the investigation is ongoing.
“There’s a lot of questions we need answers for, and that’s why our investigation is ongoing,” said Chief Superintendent Craig Hanlon.
Search Efforts and Next Steps
A thorough search of the area, involving around 100 State Emergency Service volunteers, has been conducted, but no other evidence has been found.
The skull is being examined by forensic pathologists and a bone expert, who will work to determine its origins and how it ended up in the national park.
As the investigation continues, police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
A Popular Tourist Destination
Springbrook national park is a beloved tourist spot, known for its stunning rainforest and scenic hiking trails.
The discovery of the skull has raised questions about the park’s safety and the circumstances surrounding the skull’s presence.
As police work to get to the bottom of the mystery, visitors to the park are being reassured that there is no evidence of a recent death or foul play in the area.