United KingdomBilly Allison, a 36-year-old member of the flag-raising group Raise the Colours, pleaded not guilty to the murder of Matthew O’Gara and causing grievous bodily harm during an alleged assault outside a bar in Lichfield, Staffordshire. The incident occurred on May 24, 2024, when officers were called to the Ricco & Loren bar after reports of two men being punched. O’Gara, the director of the Plough pub in Huddlesford, suffered severe injuries and died in hospital two days later. The second victim was hospitalized but later released. Allison, appearing via video link from HMP Dovegate, will face trial in October. The Lichfield rugby club expressed condolences for O’Gara, noting his role as a generous sponsor and friend of the club.
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