57-year-old David Hallett died from blunt force head injury after being punched at The Dolphin and Anchor last June.
Kieran Egan, who's 30 from Baldmoor Lake Road in Birmingham, had previously admitted manslaughter but denied murder.
Yesterday, a jury found Egan not guilty of murder.
He'll be sentenced for manslaughter at a date to be confirmed.
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Expansion concerns for Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport has raised alarms over the financial viability of its expansion plans, highlighting the substantial costs involved in relocating residents potentially affected by the development.
Major expansion for Rolls Royce in Chichester
Chichester's economy is poised for a substantial boost, thanks to Rolls Royce's plans to expand its facility.
Woman assaulted by two men in a Brighton road
Police are appealing for information after it was reported that two men in Brighton assaulted a woman.
There’s a recruitment drive in West Sussex to hire full-time firefighters.
The County Council says the application process is open to candidates from all backgrounds who would be proud to serve the community and make a difference in people’s lives.
Winter Weather Advisory: Yellow Snow Warning Issued for Southern England
People across the South are advised to prepare for winter weather today as the Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow, cautioning that disruptions could continue until midnight.
Appeal following stabbing in Crawley
A man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing in Crawley.
Campaign launches in West Sussex to get people to watch what they drink
A new public health campaign is encouraging people in West Sussex to ‘Call the Shots on Alcohol’.
Appeal to identify two men in connection with arson in Wick
Police investigating a report of arson have released CCTV images of two men they wish to speak with.
Early cancer detection rates soar in Sussex
Cancer early detection rates in Sussex have reached their highest level ever, according to recent NHS data.
Consultation into cutting pupil numbers at two West Sussex schools
Plans to reduce the pupil intake at two West Sussex schools are part of a consultation which closes on January 10.
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