A man who was hurt outside a Harwich pub has died.

The 53-year-old was assaulted at 7.30pm on Monday outside the British Flag pub in Harwich.

Police said a man pushed the victim who then hit his head on the pavement, suffering a fractured skull. He was taken to Colchester General Hospital's intensive care unit but he died today.

A 58-year-old man was arrested, questioned and has since been released.

A post-mortem examination was expected to be held yesterday or today. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident in which the man was injured.

Anybody who knows anything about the attack should call Clacton Police on 01255 221312 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111

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