Man dies after punching bag machine ‘lands on him in the street’: Moroccan national, 22, is charged

A man in his 50s has died after suffering serious head injuries when a punching bag machine allegedly fell on him in Toxteth, Liverpool. Police have charged a 22-year-old man in connection with the incident, and the Crown Prosecution Service is reviewing the charges following the victim’s death.

The incident happened shortly before 7pm on Thursday outside shops on Berkley Street, near Bon Cafe and Katma Barber. Iliasse Alhag, of Percy Street, appeared at Liverpool Adult Remand Court and faces charges of affray, assault and wounding without intent; police are seeking information from witnesses.