Police were called to a violent assault at Idamea Street at Carina Heights, in Brisbane’s east, about 2.30am on Wednesday.

The body of a 51-year-old man was found on a nearby footpath at the intersection of Ormuz Street and Mons Road a short time later.

The man was found with suspected stab wounds to his stomach, although police are awaiting the results of a post-mortem examination to confirm the cause of death.

Early investigations suggest his injuries were self-inflicted.

It is understood the man broke into his former wife’s home about 2.15am, while she and her children slept, and attacked her in her bedroom.

She was taken to the Princess Alexandra Hospital with multiple fractures and lacerations, a Queensland Ambulance spokeswoman said.

The woman, believed to be aged in her 40s, has spoken with detectives.

Inspector Shane Hancock said two crime scenes were quickly established after police arrived at the scene.

‘‘About 2.30am this morning police were called to an incident at Carina Heights. Upon arrival we established one crime scene and a couple of blocks away we’ve discovered another crime scene where there has been a deceased person,’’ he said.

Police are preparing a report for the Coroner.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone needing support can contact Lifeline on 131 114 or Mensline on 1300 789 978.