Detectives are appealing for information as they continue to investigate the suspicious death of John Patrick Hackett, who was found deceased in his home on Gold Street at Mackay in November last year.

On November 9, 67-year-old John Patrick Hackett was located at his unit on Gold Street at Mackay following a welfare check by family members.

A crime scene was declared and police launched homicide investigation Operation Whiskey Glen, following results from a post-mortem examination indicating evidence of an assault.

Detectives investigating the suspicious death of John Patrick Hackett at Mackay last November, are now seeking to speak with anyone who may have witnessed or has dashcam footage or CCTV within the Gold Street vicinity on the morning of November 6, 2024.

Detectives continue to urge anyone with information to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

Earlier: https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2025/01/08/update-2-suspicious-death-appeal-mackay/

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