Portsmouth pub boss tells of his pride in staff who saved attack victim

THE boss of pub staff who helped a man who had been attacked has praised his team for their quick actions.

Sean Marshall, co-owner of the King Street Tavern, said everyone is proud of the staff who helped treat the man.

Mike Bailey, 28, left with, and Matt Lucas, 23, who helped save the injured man 

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Mike Bailey, 28, left with, and Matt Lucas, 23, who helped save the injured man Picture by: Malcolm Wells (180219-7042)

Mr Marshall said: ‘All of the staff were at some point affected and they all rallied around.

‘It must have been absolutely harrowing.

‘Obviously it goes without saying we’re exceedingly proud of how they reacted in the situation.’

He added: ‘The staff leaped into action, as did the customers. My manager on duty, Mike Bailey, and the rest of the staff were fantastic.’

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