Father-of-two Matthew Adams, aged 33, died on March 23, 2023, four days after the incident at the Gough Arms, in Jowetts Lane, Hill Top.

West Midlands Police launch murder investigation subsequently and now three men, a woman and a youth are to appear at Birmingham Crown Court in connection with the death.

Mark Shorthouse, 53; Ryan Stanley, 30; John Wise, 42, and a 16-year-old boy, all from West Bromwich, have been charged with murder and violent disorder.

Nichola Stanley, 39, also from West Bromwich, was charged with violent disorder.

They are all due to appear before a judge on Monday.

Known as ‘Wacka’, Mr Adams returned home to recover after the alleged assault in the early hours of March 19, but on March 23 an ambulance was called to his home in Walsall.

He was taken to hospital but died the same day.

His family said: “Matt, known to many as Wacka. The most loved and adored son, brother, uncle, partner and devoted father to his two beautiful children.

“A loyal friend to many who Matt treated like family.

“Matt left a lasting impression on everyone he met with his funny, loving and happy-go-lucky ways. He had the most contagious laugh and smile.

“Matt was a larger than life, selfless person, happy to help those in need through his generosity and kindness.

“We are all really struggling to cope with the loss of Matt, the life and soul of our family.

“Our world is broken and our hearts are broken.

“We will love and miss Matt always and forever.”