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Two teenagers charged with the murder of Maryborough man John Bourke will be held in custody for another 21 days following a special hearing in a Children’s Court on Monday. As juveniles, the two boys – aged 17 and 15 – cannot be held in remand for longer than 21 days without a special hearing. Their matters will again be heard in court later this month, for further rollover. Related: 'A loyal, genuine guy': Family and friends mourn death of Maryborough man The 17-year-old appeared via videolink for Monday’s special hearing, but the 15-year-old did not. They are not required to appear for these special hearings to extend their remand. Mr Bourke, 45, was discovered deceased at a home in Derby Street, Maryborough, shortly after 12.30pm on Sunday, July 15. Police announced later that day that they deemed his death suspicious.
Forensic officers at the property where 45-year-old John Bourke's body was discovered last month. Picture: NONI HYETT
Two teenagers charged with the murder of Maryborough man John Bourke will be held in custody for another 21 days following a special hearing in a Children’s Court on Monday.
As juveniles, the two boys – aged 17 and 15 – cannot be held in remand for longer than 21 days without a special hearing.
Their matters will again be heard in court later this month, for further rollover.
