Manslaughter charge over death of man in South Shields

A man has been charged with manslaughter following a serious assault in South Shields.

Northumbria Police found a 19-year-old man unconscious just after 3am on Bank Holiday Monday, following a report of a fight in Anderson Street, near to Roxanne's nightclub.

The man was given CPR by police and paramedics but died hours later.

A 22-year-old man was arrested and today, August 31, was charged with manslaughter and remanded in police custody.

Leon Wildgoose, of Simonside Hall, South Shields, will appear at South Tyneside Magistrates Court today.

Two further men, Dylan Ford, 23, of Alice Street, South Shields and Ian Hall, 40, of Revesby Street, South Shields, have been charged with affray and remanded in police custody as a result of the incident.

They will also appear at South Tyneside Magistrates Court today.

Detective Chief Inspector Graeme Dodds said: “This is a devastating incident that has sadly resulted in the loss of a young man’s life.

“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.

“They are being supported by specialist officers and we will continue to offer them any support they need.

“We would ask that their privacy is respected as they continue to try to come to terms with their loss.”

The force is continuing to appeal for information to help with its investigation, and is also requesting people not to speculate on the case.

Det Chf Insp. Dodds added: “A number of people have now been charged in relation to this incident and we would ask that people avoid speculation which could impact the case.

“We know that a number of people were present in Anderson Street at the time of the incident and I would like to thank all those who have come forward with information.

“I would appeal to anyone who is yet to come forward, who may be able to assist, to please do so."

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting log NP-20210830-0155 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.