Man charged with murder after body found with stab wounds in Sydney's inner west
Emergency services were called to the Croydon Park property just after 5pm following reports of an alleged stabbing.
The body of a man, who police now say was 29, was found inside with stab wounds to his neck.
He is yet to be formally identified.
On Monday, Superintendent Christine McDonald described what unfolded at the house as "brutal" and "gruesome".
"The man's injuries are horrific," she said.
A 32-year-old was arrested at the scene and has been returned to Burwood Police Station, after a brief stint in hospital.
He was refused bail and is expected to appear before Burwood Local Court on Tuesday.
NSW Police said detectives are also hoping to speak to another man, who may be able to assist with their investigation.
He is described as being of Asian appearance with a solid build, and was last seen wearing a black jumper with red symbols on the back and blue jeans.
He was last seen on Kembla Street in Croydon Park on Monday afternoon.
Police have asked anyone with information to contact Burwood Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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