A Leigh 19-year-old is one of three men charged over a fatal attack outside a Salford pub earlier this year

Ben Wright was severely injured during an early hours incident on Liverpool Road, Irlam, Salford, on Sunday March 29.

He was rushed to hospital but, sadly, died two days later.

While Mr Wright battled for his life, three suspects were arrested on suspicion of section 18 wounding – otherwise known as intentionally causing grievous bodily harm.

But now, months after his passing, more serious charges have been brought.

Jacob Hall, 19, of Chapel Street, Leigh, Cole Churchill, 20, of Morillion Road, Irlam, and Connor Lee Browne, 19, of Bowness Avenue, Irlam, were this week accused of manslaughter and affray.

They will appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court on August 21.

Friends and relatives described Mr Wright as a “selfless” and “big-hearted” man “who will never be forgotten.”

In a social media message, relative Kasey Payne said surgery had been carried out for Ben’s organs to be donated to save the lives of others before he passed away.

He wrote: “I miss you Uncle Ben. I will always love you and you will never know how much we all loved you. My hero. My best friend. My brother.”

The tragic incident happened at 2.40am on March 29 outside Dessie’s Place and the venue itself paid tribute at the time.

“Ben wasn’t just someone who worked with us he was part of our family.

“He loved the pub, the people in it, and all the regulars who walked through those doors. He was one of us… not just a regular, but one of the best and everybody knew and loved him.

“His smile, his laugh, and his presence brought so much life into the place, and it simply won’t be the same without him.

“We will miss him more than words can ever say, and he will never ever be forgotten. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family at this incredibly difficult time and we’re sending love right to you.”

The band NXMAD also posted on social media: “Ben was a kind-hearted soul who was always ready to help those closest to him with advice, a kind word, drinks or comfort.

“Ben was always there offering support to us and many bands within the local scene.

“We recorded our first two records in his house while inbetween takes he would play his acoustic guitar and make us all laugh with stories of his latest mischievous adventures.

“He was a deeply intelligent and talented person and had an infectious grin which never failed to make us smile.

"It’s so hard to believe we won’t see that again.”