Murder investigation launched after popular army veteran and charity worker dies after city centre attack
Tributes have been pouring in after a popular army veteran and caseworker for charity Hull4Heroes died after being brutally attacked in Hull City Centre
Martin Chadburn, 53, was on a night out when he was attacked in the early hours of Sunday.
He was taken to hospital with a life-threatening head injury. Despite the efforts of medics, he died on Tuesday morning.
Police have launched a murder investigation. Three women, aged 20, 20 and 21, and two men, 27 and 34, have been held on suspicion of murder and remain in custody.
Hull4Heroes, which helps military veterans and their families transition to civilian life, is opening a Book of Condolences.
CEO Paul Matson said Martin “was the type of person who would drop everything to help anyone and during his time with Hull4Heroes, he made a real and positive difference to the lives of many veterans and former military personnel.
He added: "He will be greatly missed by us all and we would like to offer our sincere condolences to his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.”
In a post on social media, Martin’s nephew Lee said: ”The world's cruel, my uncle served his country and had contributed from the start at hull for hero's doing unbelievable charity work and coming over some impressive challenges he was obsessed with helping everyone around him.
"Was a happy go lucky man and we are devastated of his loss.”
MP for Hull West and Haltemprice Emma Hardy paid tribute to Martin, who she had met through his work at Hull4Heroes – they had worked closely together on the “Postcards for Veterans” project.
She said: “Martin was great with the children, answering all their questions about his experience in the army with sensitivity and honesty. He was a lovely man and I had great admiration and respect for him.”
Hundreds of people have shared their memories of Martin, who was described as an “exceptional” case worker, whose “humour and spirit lit up ever room.”
One said Martin “did so much for me getting me off the street” while another said he was “one of the most genuine, humble, caring and funny” people he’d met.
Detective Chief Inspector Leanne Murphy said her team was continuing to conduct extensive inquiries as she appealed for witnesses to come forward.
A 49-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of attempted murder on Sunday remains on conditional bail.