Detectives from Bellerive CIB have charged a 38-year-old Howrah man with murder in relation to last night’s suspicious death of a 74-year-old man at a residence in Allumba Street, Howrah.

Police and emergency services were called to the residence about 3pm following a report of a sudden death.

Sadly, police located the 74 year old man deceased with a knife wound to the chest.

The two men were known to one another.

The 38 year old man was taken into custody at the scene and was today charged with one count of murder.

The man will appear before the Hobart Magistrates Court tonight.

A report will be prepared for the Coroner.

Media please note Acting Inspector Karl Krelle will be available for interview at Bellerive Police Station at 3.30pm today.