NEWARK, N.J. WHDH) — A man wanted in connection with a murder in Massachusetts on Sunday was arrested Monday in New Jersey, authorities said.

Jusselo Dias Dos Reis, 44, of Brazil, is accused of stabbing a man to death at a home in Milford.

An investigation revealed that Dias Dos Reis was staying at a residence in Newark, according to New Jersey State Police.

Dias Dos Reis was taken into custody without incident. He is being held pending extradition to Massachusetts.

Authorities had issued a warrant for his arrest on aggravated assault and battery with a dangerous weapon charges.

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