Two men have been charged with murder after a body was found in an abandoned quarry.
Malahki Gray, 25, was found dead in the quarry near Mount Ngungun, north of Brisbane, on Tuesday, ending a two-week search.
Gray, who is from Morayfield, was reported missing on June 4 and is believed to have been last seen alive at an address in Rupert Crescent on May 28.
Queensland police will allege a 19-year-old man and a 22-year-old man lured Mr Gray to a property in the Glass House Mountains before stabbing him to death.
Both have been charged with one count of murder and misconduct with a corpse by interference, and will appear at Caboolture Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday.
Malahki Gray, 25, was found dead in the quarry near Mount Ngungun, north of Brisbane, on Tuesday, ending a two-week search.
Police say a third man was also detained, but was released without charge.
Police believe Gray knew the two men charged in the death.
Mr. Gray’s family told the mail Earlier this week his disappearance was “out of character.”
“(Malahki) always kept in touch with his family… he was on a disability pension, under the care of the NDIS,” Mr Gray’s father said.
He said Mr Gray’s NDIS carer lodged a missing persons report on June 4 and the family lodged a second report on June 5.
Gray was also known as Malahki Davidson and Jai Gray. His family issued a statement confirming his death.
“We want to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who shared, helped search and supported our family over the past 14 days during Jai/Malahki’s disappearance,” they said.
‘It is with deep sadness that we inform you that it is no longer necessary to continue searching for Jai.
Gray, who is from Morayfield, was reported missing on June 4 and is believed to have been last seen alive at an address in Rupert Crescent on May 28 (pictured, Mount Ngungun).
‘We apologize to friends and family who we were unable to contact directly, given the extent to which Jai’s missing posts have been shared.
‘Please take this moment to tell your loved ones how much they mean to you.
“Hold them tighter, listen to them a little more, be present, tell them ‘I love you,’ take countless pictures together and cherish every second.
“We kindly ask for privacy during this incredibly difficult time as we grieve and try to heal.”
Queensland Police are continuing investigations and anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stopper on 1800 333 000.
