Man Charged with Manslaughter Following Haywards Heath Pub Death

A 36-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter following the death of a 63-year-old man at a pub in Haywards Heath, Sussex Police have confirmed. Emergency services were called to The Heath Tavern in Sussex Road at around 10.50pm on Monday, 29 December, after reports of a serious assault involving two men known to each […]

A 36-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter following the death of a 63-year-old man at a pub in Haywards Heath, Sussex Police have confirmed.

Emergency services were called to The Heath Tavern in Sussex Road at around 10.50pm on Monday, 29 December, after reports of a serious assault involving two men known to each other.

The 63-year-old victim was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to hospital in a serious condition. Sadly, he was later pronounced deceased. Police confirmed that his next of kin have been informed, offering their thoughts to the family during this difficult time.

The suspect, Christopher Iredale, 36, of Sussex Road, Haywards Heath, was arrested at the scene. He has now been charged with manslaughter and was remanded in custody to appear before Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Friday 1 January.

Detectives have said they are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the assault, or has information that could assist the investigation, to come forward. Reports can be made online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Harfield.

The incident has prompted a significant police response in the area, with enquiries ongoing to establish the full sequence of events leading to the tragedy.