David Swales death: Man charged with manslaughter

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A man has been charged with manslaughter after the death of a 48-year-old in Gateshead.

David Swales died after a disturbance on Durham Road at about 23:00 BST on Wednesday.

Brian Elliott, 44, of Durham Road, who was originally arrested on suspicion of murder, has been charged with manslaughter.

He is due to appear at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court on Monday.

A 29-year-old woman who was arrested has been released without further action.