Scott Akester, 31, died of his injuries after he was involved in an altercation with a group of men outside The Grandale in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Michael Pearson, 29, of Salthouse Road, Hull, has been charged with murder.

Police also arrested a 33-year-old man and a 59-year-old woman on suspicion of assisting an offender.

Detective Chief Inspector Lee Gallagher of Humberside Police said: “Our thoughts are with Scott’s family at this very difficult time, and I can assure them that we will do everything we can to bring those responsible to justice.

“There will remain an increased police presence in and around the Grandale area as our investigations continue, and I would like to reassure the community that there is no wider risk to the public from this incident. If you see our officers, please feel free to talk to them.

“If anyone has information about this incident, I would ask that they come forward and talk to us. You can contact us on 101, quoting log 16 of 19 November. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Pearson will appear at Hull Magistrates Court on Monday morning.

Mr Akester, from east Hull, was a keen white-collar boxer and his wide circle of friends have paid tribute to him, describing him as a ‘top lad’. A fundraiser has also been set up to assist his family with the funeral costs.

The Grandale Hull Scott Akester: Man, 31, killed in attack outside Yorkshire pub is named as man charged with his murder