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Family pay tribute after assault victim dies

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Kelvin Evans's family said they are devastated by his "tragic and senseless loss"

The family of a man who died in hospital after being assaulted have paid tribute to a "wonderful, loving, funny son, brother, uncle and friend".

Kelvin Evans, 64, was taken to hospital after being assaulted on 26 May at The Station Hotel in Gorseinon, Swansea.

His family said they were "devastated at the tragic and senseless loss".

A 39-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody.

In a statement, the family of Mr Evans, who was from Gorseinon, said they were "trying to come to terms" with the situation.

A 54-year-old woman from Swansea who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender has been bailed.