‘Well-known’ great-grandfather, 102, dies after alleged assault in Welsh pub

A 102-year-old great-grandfather who died after allegedly being assaulted at a pub was a “well-known character” who locals would buy drinks for, his son said.Phillip Ormerod, from Cwmbran, was taken to hospital in a critical condition following the incident at the Crow’s Nest pub in the town on August 1.Gwent Police confirmed on Thursday that he has since died.His son, Robert Ormerod, said his father had dementia and lived alone in the Llanyrafon neighbourhood he had raised his family in.He said his father used to visit the Crow’s Nest regularly and described him as a popular character who young people would buy beer for when he visited the bar.Mr Ormerod said: “I feel sad – even though he could be difficult because of his age and dementia, still, you get used to him being around.Phillip O