Man, 102, described as 'pub character', dies after being 'pushed off stage' at pub
A 56-year-old man from Llanelli was arrested on suspicion of section 20 assault.
A 102-year-old man who has been described as a 'pub character' died after allegedly being 'pushed off stage' at a pub.
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Phillip Ormerod, from Cwmbran, was taken to hospital in a critical condition following the incident, before his death was announced on Thursday.
Emergency services were called to the Crow’s Nest in Cwmbran, South Wales, at about 10.25pm on August 1 and the man was taken to hospital for treatment.
According to locals, the centenarian stepped on stage to ask for the sound system to be turned down during a live music night, but he was allegedly shoved away.
The force is said to have sent him tumbling backwards before hitting the floor.
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A 56-year-old man from Llanelli was arrested on suspicion of section 20 assault and has since been released under investigation.
Gwent Police are looking to speak to anyone who was in the pub between 10pm and 11pm on the night of the incident.
A spokesman said: “Gwent Police is appealing for witnesses following a report of an assault at The Crow’s Nest pub in Cwmbran at about 10.25pm on Saturday August 1.
“Officers attended along with crews from the Welsh Ambulance Service and a 102-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment. He remains in critical condition.
“A 56-year-old man from Llanelli was arrested on suspicion of Section 20 assault and has since been released under investigation.”
Reform UK Wales Member of the Senedd for Sir Fynwy Torfaen, Laura Anne Jones, said: “I was deeply saddened to hear that 102-year-old Phillip Ormerod has died following this shocking incident in Cwmbran. My thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family and loved ones at what must be an incredibly difficult time.
“As this remains an active police investigation, I would urge anyone who witnessed what happened, or who may have information that could assist Gwent Police, to come forward.”
Anyone with information can contact the force by calling 101 quoting log reference 2600249432. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their website.