Death at Goulburn hotel sparks assault investigation
A 56-year-old man died after an altercation at a Goulburn hotel on Friday; a 39-year-old has been charged with common assault.
Police say a 56-year-old and a 39-year-old were involved in an altercation at a hotel on Bradley St in Goulburn about 5.50pm on Friday. Officers found the older man unresponsive and performed CPR until paramedics arrived, but he died at the scene.
The 39-year-old was taken to hospital with a head laceration and later charged with common assault. The 39-year-old was granted conditional bail and will face Goulburn Local Court on December 16.
An investigation is ongoing. A report will be prepared for the coroner.
- Bradley Street, Goulburn
- Location
- Friday about 5.50pm
- Time of incident
- 56-year-old victim, 39-year-old charged
- Ages involved
- December 16 at Goulburn Local Court
- Court appearance
Why it mattersA death following assault raises questions about safety in public venues and the investigation may clarify how the injuries were sustained.
AustraliaThis incident occurred in Goulburn, NSW; the death and investigation are local matters being handled by Goulburn police and the coroner.
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