A man who died following an incident in a South Gloucestershire pub car park was a well-known local footballer who had played for clubs including Bath City FC.
Scott Hendy died at Southmead Hospital | Photo © Park Knowle FC / Facebook
Emergency services attended the car park of the Kings Arms pub in Redwick Road, Pilning, at about 12.15am on Saturday 2nd March following a reported assault on Scott Hendy.
The 46-year-old was taken to Southmead Hospital where he died the following day.
George Baylis, of Redwick Road, was charged with grievous bodily harm without intent prior to Mr Hendy’s death.
The 29-year-old appeared at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Monday 4th March where an alternative charge of manslaughter was put before the court.
He was remanded and will next appear at Bristol Crown Court on Monday 8th April.
In his football career Mr Hendy played for clubs including Mangotsfield United, Clevedon Town, Yate Town, and Backwell United, as well as Bath City.
This week the board and committee of Mangotsfield United Football Club (MUFC), based at Cossham Street, said: “All associated with Mangotsfield United are devastated to learn of the passing of former player Scott Hendy over the last weekend.
“Scott was someone who was held in very high regard within the club and his loss is felt by all who knew him and enjoyed watching him play.
“Scott was well-known in the local football community and was a very gifted non-league player. During his career he would have three spells at Cossham Street and it was in his second spell that he would be part of the Southern League Division 1 title-winning team.”
Their statement continued: “More than just a great player, he was a great person and was well thought of by fans, managers and team mates alike. Our sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with Scott’s family at this difficult time.
“We will be holding a minute’s applause in remembrance and celebration of Scott, his life and achievements before Saturday’s game (9th March).
“Scott was due to take part in a charity match at Cossham Street on Sunday 17th March; this game will now take place in memory of him, raising money for his family.
“There are also plans under way for a more permanent memorial at Cossham Street to remember Scott.”
