Merseyside woman dies in the Isle of Man after assault in Douglas

Police have confirmed a woman from Merseyside has died following a ‘serious incident’ in Douglas last night.

It happened at around 9.20pm (29 March) outside the Best Western Palace Hotel and Casino on Central Promenade.

Police say the visitor was assaulted and despite ‘continued efforts’ to save her life she died at Noble’s Hospital.  

A 53-year old man, also from Merseyside, has been arrested in connection with her death. 

Detective Superintendent Stephen Maddocks, who is leading the investigation, said: “We are conducting enquiries into this matter and we currently have a section of the pavement between the Lido Slip and Palace View Terrace cordoned off.  

“I am appealing for witnesses who may have seen a group of people walking between Jaks Bar, on Loch Promenade, and the Palace Hotel, on Central Promenade, at around 9pm last night.  

“There was a man and woman in their 50’s, together with another man and woman in their 20’s, who had with them a small child.  

“We know the group walked from the Jaks area towards the Palace Hotel, passing through the Villa Marina Arcade and past the Castlemona shops.  

“We believe this group walked past the Majestic Chinese Restaurant and patrons inside may have witnessed an altercation.  

“We are speaking to a number of witnesses but I believe other members of the public may have seen this group and may have vital information to assist us with our enquiries.  

“I am also interested to speak to any vehicle driver travelling along Central and Queens Promenade between 9pm and 10pm who may have dash cam footage to come forward.” 

The Isle of Man Constabulary adds it is liaising and supporting the woman’s family at what is ‘obviously a very difficult time’. 

It’s believed the woman and man are known to each other. 

The Coroner of Inquests has been informed. 

Anyone who witnessed what happened can call Police Headquarters on 631212 or Crimestoppers.