Murder charge after man dies following serious assault at Staffordshire bar
The victim died after being seriously injured in a fight
A man has been charged with murder following a serious assault at a bar in Lichfield.
Emergency services were called to the Ricco and Loren bar on Market Street at 11.25pm on Sunday (May 24) following reports that two men had been punched.
Sadly one of the men, who suffered serious injuries, later died in hospital.
Staffordshire Police said his family are being supported.
The second victim was also taken to the hospital and has since been discharged.
Billy Allison, aged 36, from Solihull, was arrested just after 5am on Monday and has now been charged with murder and inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent.
Allison is due to appear at Newcastle-under-Lyme Magistrates court on Wednesday.
Police again appealed for anyone with information about the attack to get in contact using the online portal, or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.