Manslaughter charge
A 29 year old Rokeby man will face a Manslaughter charge and will appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court this morning, following investigations into the death of a 38 year old man from Rokeby at Bray Court, Rokeby on Friday.
It will be alleged the deceased man was assaulted and died as a result of injuries inflicted by the two alleged offenders. The incident is believed to have occurred in Bray Court, Rokeby about 11.15 pm on Friday 23 January 2015.
A 16 year old Rokeby youth has been charged with Criminal Assault and has been bailed to appear in court at a later date.
Members of Bellerive CIB are investigating the incident and would encourage anyone with information in relation to the matter to contact them on 6173 2865 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, where information can be left anonymously.