Man Dies Following Stabbing at Pontville

The 20 year old man involved in the stabbing incident in Pontville on Sunday has died in the Royal Hobart Hospital as a result of his injuries.

A 19 year old man has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm and has been remanded in custody to appear in the Hobart Magistrates’ Court on 3 June 2016.

Investigations are continuing and further charges may be laid in relation to this matter.

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