A 24-year-old man accused of murdering another young man on the street in a north Queensland town intends to fight the charges, a court hears.
Police alleged Caleb Rutherford stabbed Josh Hyde in the stomach while the 20-year-old was walking with two women near Ingham's town centre late on Sunday night.
It is alleged Mr Rutherford had approached the trio and fought with Mr Hyde before the stabbing.
Mr Hyde died a short time later in hospital and a homicide investigation was launched.
After a four-day police search, Mr Rutherford handed himself in at the Ingham police station on Thursday morning and was charged with murder later that day.
He was taken to the Townsville watchhouse and had his case mentioned in the Townsville Magistrates Court on Friday morning.
Solicitor Jamie Scuderi appeared on his behalf, saying Mr Rutherford denied the allegations.
Mr Scuderi said solicitors needed time to speak with investigating officers before requesting a brief of evidence.
"[My client] denies the allegations and therefore they will be contested," Ms Scuderi said.
"I am seeking a two-week adjournment, during that time I would like an opportunity to correspond with one of the investigating officers and the prosecution, with respect, with further information that may assist with the investigations in this matter."
The matter was adjourned until January 29 for a committal mention.
No application for bail was made, and the man was remanded in custody.
