Floral tributes outside The Beauchamp Arms after man's death

The 60-year-old, named locally as Rob Chadney, was found by police suffering from life-threatening injuries outside The Beauchamp Arms and later died.

Flowers have appeared outside the Worcester Road pub, near where Mr Chadney was found, with a note that reads: "In memory of our dear friend Rob.

"Rob, you may be gone but won't be forgotten."

MISSED: The flowers paid tribute to Rob. (Image: NQ)Police say they were called to the pub at 10.15pm on New Year's Eve after reports of an incident outside. On Thursday, January 4 they released a further statement to say the injured man had died.

Detective Inspector Mark Walters said: "I would like to pass on my condolences to the family and friends of the individual who has sadly died following this tragic incident on Sunday evening.

"I know an incident like this brings great concern to the local community and I would like to reassure people that this is an isolated incident.

"Our investigation is continuing, and I urge anyone who may have seen the incident take place or has any other information, however small you think it may be, to please contact us."

The Beauchamp Arms. (Image: NQ)Previously, West Mercia Police said they were investigating what they described as a serious assault.

Police said on Thursday they had arrested a 52-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder, who was released on bail whilst enquiries continued. No further updates on the arrest have been given.

To contact the police, please call 101, quoting incident number 388i of December 31, 2023.

Alternatively, if you have information but don't feel comfortable speaking to police, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers.

It is 100 per cent anonymous, they never ask your name and cannot trace your call or IP address.

You can contact them at https://crimestoppers-uk.org or 0800 555 111.