A man in his 50s has died after a punch bag machine was allegedly pushed over and fell on him during a fight in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Police were called to Berkley Street in the Toxteth area shortly before 7pm on Thursday following reports of a disturbance.
The victim suffered a serious head injury and was rushed to hospital, according to Merseyside Police. He later died.
A 22-year-old man, identified as Iliasse Alhag from Toxteth, has been charged with affray, assault and wounding without intent.
Police identified Alhag as a Moroccan national. He was scheduled to appear at Liverpool Adult Remand Court earlier.
Following the victim’s death, the Crown Prosecution Service is reviewing the charges in light of the latest development.
Detective Chief Inspector Alyson Keenan said investigations were ongoing and urged anyone who witnessed the incident or had relevant information to contact police.
“We are continuing our enquiries into this incident and urge anyone who was in the area of Berkley Street at the time, or who has information which could assist the investigation, to please get in touch,” she said.
