Teenager dies after Bath assault
A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder
An 18-year-old man has died after an assault in Bath.
It happened in the early hours of Monday (1 November) on Corn Street between 2:30am and 3am.
Avon and Somerset Police say the incident was sparked by an "altercation" at McDonalds on nearby Southgate Street almost immediately beforehand.
Benjamin Smith from Melksham was taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment on a head injury but died on Tuesday evening.
The exact cause of death has not yet been confirmed, but a 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Detective Inspector Ben Lavender of the Major Crime Investigation Team said: “This is a tragedy and our sympathies are with Benjamin’s family in their grief.
We’re working hard to get answers for them and if you were in the area of Southgate Street, St James’s Parade or Corn Street between 2.30am and 3am on Monday you may be able to help.
“If you saw the incident or have dashcam or phone footage which could help please call 101 and give the reference 5221256064.”