Sky News was halted for some tragic breaking news.

Sky News was halted for some tragic breaking news after a 66-year-old man died following being attacked outside a pub in Leicestershire. Leicestershire Police launched a murder investigation after David Darke died in hospital on Saturday. He had been injured near the Crown Inn in Appleby Magna, North West Leicestershire, on Sunday 21 December.

Newsreader Wilfred Frost read out live on air: “Some breaking news here for you now from Leicestershire Police as thr family of a man who died after being punched outside a pub in Appleby Magna on Sunday have put out a statement as they shared a picture of him.

Wilfred then read out of the statement, which read: “Dave was a deeply loved father to three daughters and a proud grandfather to three boys. He was a much-loved brother and a dear friend. Dave will live on forever in our hearts, minds and souls.

Sky News was halted for some tragic news (Image: Sky News)

Sky News shared a picture of David Darke (Image: Sky News)

“He was a strong, active, intelligent and kind person who was a friend to all. He was a devoted family man with a deep passion for life, the outdoors, nature and walking.

“His life was tragically cut short and he’s now reunited with his loving, caring parents. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.”

He was 66 years old, and died six days after that assualt outside the pub.

He then confirmed that the police said a 36-year-old man initially arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm had been re-arrested on the same suspicion.

Detective Inspector Kevin Hames, of the East Midlands Special Operation Murder Investigation Team, said: “The initial investigation resulted in us identifying several witnesses and examining CCTV from the area.

“Those inquiries will continue and the suspect will be re-interviewed by detectives.

“It is an extremely difficult time for Mr Darke’s family and specialist officers are supporting them.”