A man has died after being airlifted to hospital in a critical condition following a reported street attack outside a food bank.

A duo will “likely be charged with murder” after Anthony Armstrong, 49, was allegedly assaulted in New Street, Folkestone, at 1.15pm on October 6.

Mark Green, of East Cliff and Ruben Smith, of Foord Road South, Folkestone, were originally charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

However, Mr Armstrong has died since Green, 41 and Smith, 18, appeared at Folkestone Magistrate’s Court on Saturday (October 8).

During the hearing, Green was remanded in custody and Smith was granted bail.

But Judge Simon James ruled at Canterbury Crown Court this morning that Smith should also be held on remand now the defendants will “likely be charged with murder.”

It came during an application to rescind Smith’s bail conditions, where Ronnie Manek, defending, argued Smith should remain on conditional bail.

But Judge Simon James said: “I’m informed today that, regrettably, Mr Armstrong has died having never gained consciousness - bail is refused.”

Officers attended the scene along with South East Coast Ambulance Service and an air ambulance.

Speaking shortly after the alleged assault, a Kent Police spokesman said: "Detectives from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate are continuing to urge anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam footage of an altercation in New Street, or who has any other information to call 01843 222273, quoting reference 46/193708/22.

"You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website."

The court heard the trial will likely be heard at Canterbury Crown Court on April 6 before Judge James.