Tributes have been paid to a former Bridlington Town goalkeeper who died following an attack in York.
James Hitchcock suffered fatal injuries at the weekend. A man has been charged with his murder.
James played as goalkeeper for Bridlington Town until this April of this year.
In a heartfelt post on the Bridlington Town Website, the club paid tribute to the popluar player.
“It is with disbelief that the club has been made aware of the death of our much loved ex goalkeeper James Hitchcock in tragic circumstances.
“The word ‘devastated’ does not explain how we as a club feel at this time.
‘Hitch’ will always be on our minds and in our hearts and our deepest condolences and thoughts and prayers go to April and Freddie and all the family.
“Hitch will be remembered before our home game on Boxing Day. RIP Keeps.”
British Transport Police (BTP) said that a murder investigation has been launched after the death of a man following an incident at York railway station on 15th December 2024.
A spokesman for BTP, said:
“Officers were called to York railway station at 8.48pm on 15 December following reports of a serious assault. Paramedics and North Yorkshire Police also attended, and a man in his 30s was taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition.
Sadly, the man died in hospital on 18th December with his family by his bedside. “
Mckenzie Dicicco, 22, of Harsley Road, Stockton-on-Tees, has been charged with murder and affray following a serious assault at York railway station on 15 December. He is due to appear at York and Selby on Magistrate Court on Thursday 19th December 2024.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Sam Painter said:
“Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones, who are being supported by specialist family liaison officers.”
“A man has been charged in connection with this incident and we are not looking for anyone else in connection.”
“We continue to urge witnesses, or anyone with information, who is yet to speak to officers to get in touch by texting 61016, or calling 0800 405040, quoting reference 617 of 15 December. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.”
