Family's tribute to veteran killed in attack

The family of an army veteran who died following an attack in Hull city centre have paid tribute to him, as police say the case serves as a "stark reminder" of the devastating consequences of street violence.

Martin Chadburn, 53, suffered fatal head injuries after being punched to the ground in Queen Victoria Square early on 19 April. He died two days later.

Lukasz Matusiak, 27, Britney Naylor, 20, and Shaytoyia Farrow, 21, were found guilty of manslaughter but cleared of murder following a trial at Hull Crown Court. They will be sentenced on 27 November.

In a statement shared by Humberside Police, Chadburn's family said they were "broken-hearted" but added that his memory "would live on".

Chadburn died from a fatal brain bleed caused by "a blow or several blows to the head", the court heard.

The attack happened in Queen Victoria Square.

As well as praising first responders and members of the public who stayed with Chadburn, they thanked his friends and colleagues from the Hull 4 Heroes charity "who have shown and given unbelievable support throughout".

"Nothing will bring Martin back, but his memory will always live on," said his family.

"We will continue to remember Martin as the guy who laughed, enjoyed adventure, loved everyone and gave his heart and soul - living life to the full. The guy who was compassionate, caring and giving. We will miss him more than words can say. We are brokenhearted."

Det Ch Insp Leanne Murphy, the senior investigating officer in the case, described it as "truly tragic".

She said: "I hope this case serves as a stark reminder that violence is never the answer.

"Walking away from a confrontation can be one of the most important decisions you make."

Senior crown prosecutor Marie Walsh added: "Martin Chadburn was a much-loved army veteran who had dedicated his life to helping others.

"He was viciously assaulted by a group of people who chose violence when they could have walked away."

Two other defendants, Bethany Naylor, 20, and Kristjan Suits, 35, were found not guilty of manslaughter.

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