The victim died after he was punched at the bar in the holiday resort (Picture: PA)

A man has died after being punched during a bar fight at a Butlin’s camp.

The man, 52, fell to the floor and hit his head after he was punched at the holiday resort in Bognor Regis, West Sussex.

The victim, from Bedford, was taken to hospital in Brighton but died yesterday, four days after he was hit.

Another man, 31, from Wandsworth, London, was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after the fight late on Friday night.


He was bailed until July 31 but it had been expected he would be re-arrested and questioned now that the victim has died.



A post mortem is due to take place and witnesses are now being asked to come forward.

Officers are appealing for witnesses (Picture: PA)

Detective Chief Inspector Andy Wolstenholme said: ‘A fight at a holiday park, which involved several people, sadly resulted in the death of a man.

‘The bar was very busy at the time of the assault and we believe many of those present would have witnessed the assault and the aftermath.

‘We have spoken to some witnesses who were present at the time, but we would be keen to speak to anyone who hasn’t yet made contact with us.

‘We arrested a man immediately after the assault and inquiries are ongoing.’

A Butlin’s spokesman said: ‘We are very saddened to hear this terrible news and our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends.

‘We have offered our full assistance to the Police in their enquiries throughout the investigation and will continue to do so.’

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