A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 48-year-old patient died following a fight at a hospital.

The man died at Rotherham District General Hospital (RDGH) in the early hours of Sunday morning.

A member of staff at RDGH called the police at 8.54pm on Saturday to report that two patients were fighting.

South Yorkshire Police have now said they have arrested a 47-year-old man on suspicion of murder.

A police spokesman said an investigation has also been launched into the death.

He said: “We are working closely with the hospital and will remain on scene this evening as we conduct enquiries.

“The man’s family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.”

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