Family and friends are paying tribute to much-loved Fraser Coast man Scott Cabrie, who police allege was murdered by teenage passengers while working as an Uber driver.
Police found the 47-year-old's body near a boat ramp in Howard, a small town about four hours' drive north of Brisbane, on Sunday.
Two teenagers have been charged with murder over his death.
Uber said it was "shocked" by the death.
In a statement, the rideshare service said its law enforcement engagement team was working to assist the Queensland Police investigation.
"Our thoughts and condolences are with Mr Cabrie's family, friends and loved ones during what is an unimaginably difficult time for them all," a spokesperson said.
"We have spoken to Mr Cabrie's family to offer our immediate support."
'Charmed everyone he encountered'
Mr Cabrie's loved ones have taken to social media to express their grief.
Taleisha Houston said the death of her favourite Uber driver felt like her worst nightmare.
"Scotty was a gentleman, I still can't believe this has all happened," she said.
"He was loved and known by so many.
"My heart hurts."
Ms Houston posted a touching tribute on Facebook.
"You were and will forever be my favourite Uber driver that always got me to where I needed," she said.
"Thank you for being there during my hardest times and being so comforting towards me, reminding me that 'everything will be OK.'
"Rest easy Scotty."
As he clocked up many kilometres spent driving Fraser Coast residents around in his Uber, Mr Cabrie became a fixture of the community.
"We will miss his weekly visits," wrote a Hervey Bay Italian restaurant on social media.
"Fettuccine bolognese was his favourite dish, which kept him going throughout his late evening shifts.
"Scott's easygoing nature and beaming smile charmed everyone he encountered."
Today, media outlets submitted applications to be present during the 17-year-old boy's Children's Court hearings.
After considering the submissions, Magistrate Trinity McGarvie denied the media's applications on the basis that they could be prejudicial to the teenager's right to a fair trial.
