A MAN has been charged with murder after a rugby player was knifed to death outside a nightclub.
Michael Allen, 32, was killed in an attack outside Eclipse nightclub in Bodmin, Cornwall, around 3.15am on April 30.
Seven other people also suffered stab wounds in the attack.
They were all rushed to hospital and six have since been discharged.
Jake Hill, 24, has now been charged with one count of murder, three counts of attempted murder and two counts of Section 18 causing grievous bodily harm with intent, Devon and Cornwall Police said.
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He is scheduled to appear at Truro Magistrates' Court today.
In a statement, Michael's family paid tribute to him as a "much-loved son, brother, grandson, and uncle who loved his dogs."
Bodmin Rugby Club posted their own statement, adding: "It is with great sadness that we can now announce the passing of our player and friend Mike Allen.
"Mike came to the club earlier this season and quickly became a big part of our squad.
"His humour and kindness has left a mark on us all and we will miss him dearly.
"Our thoughts are with Mike's family at this devastating time.
"There is a memorial set up outside the rugby club where people are welcome to come to pay their respects and lay flowers.
"Fly high brother."
