Following on from the assault outside the Joiners Arms in Queen Street, Morecambe on the 5th November, sadly, the victim who was left in a critical condition, passed away overnight last night (14th – 15th November).

He can be named as Paul Ormerod who was 55 and from Lancaster.

40-year-old Christopher Kearnes has subsequently been re-arrested and charged with murder and will appear before Lancaster Magistrates court tomorrow morning. (Friday 16th November)

Specially trained police officers are supporting his family at this incredibly difficult time.