A 28-year-old man who died after being assaulted at a Tube station has been named as “gentle and kind” charity volunteer Sam Winter.
Sam was assaulted on the stairs of Southwark Underground Station around 9.30pm on Thursday (August 22).
He was rushed to hospital in a critical condition, but tragically died on Saturday evening (August 24) with his family by his side.
In a statement released on Wednesday, his family said: “Sam was a very much-loved son, brother, grandson, cousin, nephew and friend. We are devastated his life here has ended.
“He was a qualified physiotherapist, AI engineer and a volunteer with several charities.
“His family and friends will remember him as gentle and kind, quick-witted and funny, with deep faith and an unendingly giving spirit.
“Our family will never be the same and we'll always miss him, but we take great comfort knowing he's now at home with his beloved Jesus and Father in heaven.
“We look forward to seeing him there. We ask that the press respects our request for privacy as we grieve as a family.”
Rakeem Miles, 23, of East Street in Southwark has been charged with grievous bodily harm in connection with the incident.
He has been remanded and is due to appear at Inner London Crown Court on September 20.
British Transport Police said on Wednesday that detectives will make an application to amend the indictment, to reflect Sam’s death.
Senior investigating officer detective inspector Paul Atwell said: “This was a horrific and tragic incident which has resulted in a young man losing his life.
“Our specialist family liaison officers are providing support to Sam’s family. Please can I ask that their privacy is respected at this incredibly difficult time.”
