The 30-year-old was arrested at a Marsden home in the city of Logan shortly after the 67-year-old’s body was found with stab wounds in the backyard about 1am today.
A 60-year-old woman was home but not injured.
The man was charged with domestic violence murder.
Police will investigate if any other allegations of domestic violence had occurred involving the two men.
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A crime scene has been established and police continue to collect evidence from the home.
The man will front Beenleigh Magistrates Court later today.
National Domestic Violence Service: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). If you are in immediate danger call triple zero (000).