Murder investigation launched after man dies following 'attack' at Chesterfield bar

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man who was allegedly assaulted in Chesterfield later died in hospital.
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Officers issued an appeal for information on Saturday following an incident which took place at Vibe, in Holywell Street, at around 3.50am that morning.

A 23-year-old man was allegedly struck over the head with a bottle.

Vibe in Chesterfield town centre.Vibe in Chesterfield town centre.
Vibe in Chesterfield town centre.
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He was taken to hospital but sadly died at 11.30pm on Sunday night.

In light of his death, police have launched a murder inquiry.

The 24-year-old man who was arrested on Saturday remains in custody.

Witnesses or anyone with information should contact Derbyshire Constabulary via the below methods quoting reference 20*074751:

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- Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

- Twitter – direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact

- Website – complete the online contact form at www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us

- Phone – call Derbyshire Constabulary on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111