Doctor, 54, dies 16 days after attack near park
A DOCTOR who was fighting for life after being attacked at a park entrance has died 16 days later.
Gary Jenkins, 54, had been in a critical condition since he was assaulted by Bute Park, Cardiff, in the early hours of July 20.
After his death on Thursday, his family described him as a “loving father of two wonderful daughters”.
They added: “He lived his life happily with love, music, creativity and dedication to his profession.”
Three people have been charged with attempted murder.
Men aged 36 and 25, from Cardiff, and a 16-year-old girl have been remanded in custody and are due to appear at Cardiff Crown Court on August 23.
Detective Chief Inspector Stuart Wales said: “We want to speak to anyone who was near Millennium footbridge, which links Bute Park to Sophia Gardens, between midnight and 1.20am on July 20.” Cardiff andVale University Health Board paid tribute to Dr Jenkins, who worked for them.