Family release photo of Salisbury fatal assault victim
Freddie Fontete-Jones died after being attacked in New Canal
Last updated 25th Feb 2022
People held a vigil in the centre of Salisbury last night in memory of a 23-year-old man who died after he was assaulted in the city over the weekend.
The family of Freddie Fontete-Jones have also released a family photo.
Freddie died after he was attacked in New Canal on the morning of Sunday 20th February. He died in hospital with his family by his side.
The tragedy followed a fight, that broke-out at about 3am, involving around fifteen men.
Mr. Fontete-Jones was taken to hospital with a serious head injury following the incident.
In a post on Facebook, Freddie's sister, Emma wrote:
"Here, I am officially releasing some of my cherished memories of my best friend and my confidant. He is the strongest person, emotionally and mentally to ever have walked. I’m so proud of everything you have achieved, despite all the obstacles against you. From your first days I have loved you and I will continue to forever love you. Our story is my favourite little brother. The hole in my heart is inexpressible."
"Thank you for all the love directed towards our family and closest friends."
Yesterday Emma visited the site of the incident, where the vigil was also held, to lay some flowers.
FUNDRAISER SET UP
Close friends of Freddie's have launched a GoFundMe page to raise money for a funeral.
They've said:
"We are looking for any support that people could spare to support Freddie’s family in making sure our best friend and brother gets the celebration worthy of the young king he was at his funeral!
"Freddie was as everyone knows the kindest and most caring person you could ever come across. We were all so lucky to have him in our lives and share the incredible memories we have with him! We want to celebrate him in style!"
If you want to support the page, you can find it online.
POLICE CHARGE MAN
Connor Pool, 24, of Salt Lane, Winterbourne Gunner, appeared at Swindon Magistrates’ Court today charged with Section 18 grievous bodily harm.
He will next appear before Winchester Crown Court on Friday 25 March.
Wiltshire Police say their thoughts are with Freddie's family and friends at this awful time and they are being supported by specialist officers.
FREDDIE: "A BRILLIANT MAN"
Tributes have been paid to Freddie already on social media.
He was part of Laverstock and Ford Football Club, who posted a message on their Facebook page.
They called Freddie a "brilliant man" and "an enforcer on the pitch".
There's also been a tribute from The Village pub on Wilton Road, where Freddie was a regular: