Police are investigating a structure fire in Richmond this morning, where the body of a man was located.

About 6.25am, emergency crews responded to reports of a structure fire on Prossers Road.

Tasmania Fire Service crews extinguished the fire which was within a 6m x 9m steel shed adjacent to a main house.

Sadly, the body of a deceased person was located inside the building.

At this stage it is believed the deceased is an adult who frequented the shed on a regular basis.

Investigations are ongoing in relation to the cause of the fire – which is believed to have been deliberately lit – to determine if there are any suspicious circumstances. 

Police are also investigating a fire on Bridge Street at Richmond which was reported about 5.50am.

Anyone with information in relation to either fire, or suspicious activity in the areas, is asked to contact South East CIB on 131 444 and quote OR807934. 

Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the deceased.