Jayden Doyle fronts Toowoomba Magistrates Court over alleged murder of Grant Peasley

A court has been told a Toowoomba man who allegedly attacked his mother’s partner with a sword may have significant and relevant mental health issues. Here’s what it means for the case.

A court has been told a young Toowoomba man accused of murdering his stepfather with a sword may have his case moved to the Mental Health Court.

Police allege Jayden Wade Doyle, 25, attacked Grant Peasley with a katana-style sword, severing his hand, and causing lacerations to his neck, shoulder, and back.

The 56-year-old was rushed to Brisbane’s Princess Alexandra Hospital in critical condition, however he died days later.

Sixteen hours after the man was allegedly left for dead inside his Millmerran home, Mr Doyle fronted Toowoomba court after his arrest outside a service station.

Police also allege a blood-soaked Mr Doyle stole a bottle of water and a kitchen knife from the BP at Captains Mountain.

Mr Doyle was charged with murder over the death of his mother’s partner four days after police allege the older man suffered horrific injuries when he was attacked with a sword. Photo: File.

Mr Doyle’s case was mentioned at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on June 15, however his appearance was not required.

The court was told Mr Doyle’s case may be moved to the Mental Health Court and police prosecution was working to complete the brief of evidence.

Bouchier Khan solicitor Alysha Jacobsen updated the court on outstanding material which included 12 police officer statements, three Queensland Ambulance Service paramedic statements, a civilian statement, and a pathologist report.

Ms Jacobsen said the pathologist report may take up to 18 months to be completed as only two pathologists in Australia were qualified enough to tackle the task.

Mr Doyle remains in custody, and the case will next be before the court for a mention on July 27.

Police allege the pair were arguing over car keysprior to the violent attack and that Mr Doyle was staying at the Flamingo Rd home for four days, and he had limited contact with police prior to the incident.

Police have charged Mr Doyle with murder, armed robbery with violence, going armed to cause fear, unlawful use of a car, and entering a premise to commit an indictable offence.