Police at the scene
A MAN has been charged with manslaughter after a death in Newcastle.
On Tuesday, Scott Thompson, 33, of Medway Crescent in Gateshead was charged by police.
He is due to appear at North Tyneside Magistrates' Court tomorrow morning.
- Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses, anyone with information should contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 255 060817 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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