THREE men have been arrested over the death of a British pensioner mugged last week outside his Tenerife holiday home.
The 88-year-old, named only as Ray, passed away in hospital following the violent assault in Los Cristianos last Wednesday.
The Brit pensioner was attacked in Los Cristianos in the south of Tenerife Credit: Solarpix
Ray was rushed to hospital in critical condition, but reportedly died on Friday Credit: Solarpix
Ray had travelled to the island with his wife, 79, to celebrate his birthday when tragedy struck.
He is understood to have died from a head wound he suffered after a brief struggle witnessed by his wife.
Spain’s National Police confirmed the arrests of three men who are being held in custody.
Flowers have been left for the victim outside the apartment block where the mugging took place.
A message on one of the bouquets said: “RIP Ray, We Will Miss You.”
Tributes have poured out online with people sharing their memories of Ray.
A friend, referencing the Big Ben Pub in Los Cristianos, said: “I met that man two weeks ago in Big Ben.
“He was celebrating his birthday with his wife Judy and having a great time. Such a lovely man. Can’t believe this happened. Rest in peace.”
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