Man admits manslaughter in one-punch attack death in Antrim

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 2 Oct, 15:38 · Archive

A 23-year-old man admitted manslaughter after a pensioner died in a one-punch attack in Antrim.

Tony Miskimmon, a pensioner, died after being struck in a one-punch attack in Antrim. The court heard he had stepped in as a 'good Samaritan' to assist a woman who was being threatened. A 23-year-old man admitted charges of manslaughter in connection with the death.

Miskimmon's family praised him in court as a peacemaker and gentleman. His daughter gave a tender tribute to her father, describing him as a hero for his willingness to help others in need.

How it is being reported

• 'Tony Miskimmon was loved, he was important, he was a father': Daughter's tribute to much-loved pensioner who died after being hit by single punchNews Letter · 2 Oct, 16:03
• ‘A gentleman and a peacemaker’: Daughter pays tribute to OAP killed in one-punch attackBelfast Telegraph · 2 Oct, 15:22
• 'Dad was a hero and peacemaker': Family recall pensioner who died in one-punch attackBelfast Live · 2 Oct, 15:09

In this story: Tony Miskimmon · Antrim

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