Royal Marine Charged with Manslaughter After Deadly Exmouth Brawl
A Royal Marine faces serious manslaughter charges following the death of a man in Exmouth after a reported fight on Church Street.
29-Year-Old Cemal Yilmaz Tragically Dies After Assault
Joseph Jones, 22, is accused of unlawfully killing 29-year-old Cemal Yilmaz. The victim was rushed to hospital after the alleged assault on Saturday, December 13, but sadly died three days later on December 16, police confirmed.
Court Hearing: Bail Granted, Plea Pending
Jones appeared briefly at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on December 31, where he gave only his name and address. The magistrates sent the case to Crown Court due to its seriousness. Originally from Wolverhampton, Jones was granted conditional bail ahead of his next hearing on January 16. He did not enter a plea.
Judge Calls Case ‘Extremely Tragic’ as Family Attends Hearing
District Judge Stuart Smith described the matter as “extremely tragic,” especially for the victim’s family, who were present in court. Jones was first charged with grievous bodily harm with intent, but this was upgraded to manslaughter following Yilmaz’s death.
Devon and Cornwall Police said: “A man has been charged with manslaughter following the death of a male in Exmouth. A 29-year-old man was taken to hospital following an alleged serious assault on Church Street, Exmouth, on Saturday 13 December. Police were informed he died in hospital on Tuesday 16 December. Following the death, Joseph Jones, 22, of Exmouth Road, Lympstone, has been charged with manslaughter.”
