A man found dead in a property in Moulsham Street in Chelmsford died from stab wounds, a post-mortem examination has confirmed.
The 54-year-old, from Watford, was discovered by police shortly after 12.30am on Saturday morning.
An inquest will be opened and adjourned over the next few days.
Michael Brennan, 22, a cleaner of The Green, Melbourne, was charged with murder.
He is due to appear at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court today in connection with the incident.
