A man accused of murder is on trial after allegedly attacking Shane Maloney with a bottle, resulting in a severe brain injury leading to his death 16 months later.

The incident occurred on Wigan Road, Leigh, and the accused, Dean Hughes, is facing charges at Manchester Crown Court. Prosecutor Michael Brady KC detailed the events of November 8, 2019, when Maloney was found unconscious with a head injury at the back of the property.

Hughes was reportedly involved in an altercation with Maloney, which escalated, leading to serious injuries. Video footage played in court showed Hughes expressing anger during the incident.

Maloney was taken to the hospital with severe brain injuries and never fully recovered. He died on March 10, 2021, due to complications linked to the original injury.

A pathologist confirmed a direct link between Maloney's death and the injuries from the 2019 attack. The prosecution claims the attack by Hughes was unlawful and directly led to Maloney's death.