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102-Year-Old Dies After Alleged Pub Assault
7 Sep
Summary
- A 102-year-old man died after a fractured hip sustained at a pub.
- He allegedly fell after complaining about loud music.
- A man was arrested on suspicion of assault and remains on bail.
Phillip Ormerod, a 102-year-old great-grandfather, died on August 12, 2026, after suffering a fractured hip. The injury occurred 11 days earlier during an incident at the Crow's Nest pub in Cwmbran.
Mr. Ormerod, who had dementia, reportedly went onto the pub's stage to complain about the music volume. He subsequently sustained a fall, following an allegation that he was pushed. He was taken to hospital where his condition deteriorated.
A 56-year-old man from Llanelli was arrested on suspicion of section 20 assault and remains on bail. Gwent Police's criminal investigation is ongoing.
An inquest opening was held at Gwent Coroner's Court. A provisional date for the full inquest has been set for May 2027, pending the conclusion of criminal investigations. The coroner confirmed the inquest will be suspended until these investigations are concluded.
