
Missing elderly woman found dead in bushland
MURIEL MacDonald, the 78-year-old who went missing near Blackall late last week, has been found deceased.
Queensland Police Services confirmed they had found the woman deceased in bushland, and that a report would be prepared for the coroner.
Police thanked local residents and everyone who had assisted in the search for the 78-year-old.
Mrs MacDonald was last sen by family at a Ravensbourne Road property, spanning more than 3,200 hectares on Wednesday afternoon.
Police and family held initial concerns for her wellbeing as she suffered from a medical condition.
The search for Mrs MacDonald involved more than 20 people, including State Emergency Services volunteers, government agencies, police and local residents.