Police manhunt after two groups of British tourists battle each other in huge brawl on notorious Magaluf strip close to spot where Irish father collapsed and died

A manhunt is underway in Magaluf for a British tourist who knocked another unconscious in a street fight between two groups of UK holidaymakers on the resort's notorious strip.

The 20-year-old was left out cold on the ground after being punched in the head.

He had to be given a sedative after coming round and reacting aggressively to attempts by paramedics to aid him at the scene before taking him to hospital.

It was not immediately clear today what his current condition is, although he was admitted to Son Espases Hospital with head wounds and possible internal bleeding.

The aggressor, described by witnesses as belonging to a group of British tourists who got into a street fight with a second group the victim was in, fled the scene before local police and Civil Guard officers arrived.

The incident happened around 5.30am yesterday opposite Mulligan's Bar in Magaluf party strip Punta Ballena, near the spot where Irish father-of-four Michael Grant collapsed and died in the early hours of Monday morning.

Detectives believe the 45-year-old physiotherapist from Waterford could have been involved in a street fight before his sudden death.

A medical examiner had indicated in a pre-autopsy examination the day of Mr Grant's death she thought injuries on his body were consistent with him having been hit by a car.

The Civil Guard has so far found no evidence of a traffic incident and is now said to be investigating whether he had a bust-up with a street seller before he collapsed in Martin Ros Street near Punta Ballena.

Mr Grant had reportedly taken a wrong turn and become separated from other members of his group after spending the afternoon drinking by his hotel pool before going out partying.

An autopsy showed the Irishman, who was on holiday with his wife Leanne and at least two of their four children and other families from Ireland, had consumed cocaine as well as alcohol before his death.

Further tests are taking place as investigators try to confirm their suspicions his death is linked to the drugs and booze in his system.

Police sources say they have not launched a murder or homicide probe.

A well-placed source close to the investigation said yesterday: 'The injuries the holidaymaker had were not life-threatening and this investigation is neither a murder or homicide probe at this stage, nor do we expect it to become one.

'But we are looking into the hours leading up to his death because something has happened that needs to be properly explained.

'Everything is pointing to this man being involved in some sort of altercation and being hit by a car in incidents that may or may not be unrelated.

'There are still a lot of unanswered questions we need to try to get to the bottom of.'

In a tribute to the dead man, St Joseph's AFC Waterford football club where Mr Grant was a child head coach, said on Monday: 'It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the sudden shock passing of our dearest club member and head child coach, Michael Grant.

'As many of you know, Michael was more than just a coach to us - he was a beloved friend and as a club and for his family we need time to process this devastating loss.'

'Michael was an integral part of our community, and his absence will be profoundly felt. He was not just a coach but a mentor and a friend to all the children and adult members at St Joseph's.

'More recently His dedication, passion, and love for the kids were evident in everything he did. He cherished every one of them, and I'm sure you will all agree that his impact was immeasurable.

'We extend our heartfelt condolences to Michael's family: his wife Leanne, their children Kayleigh, Niamh, Shay and Sophia , his parents Sam and Marie, his brothers, sisters and extended family.

'Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this incredibly difficult time.

'We also want to acknowledge the grief and shock that our own children and members are experiencing. Michael was a significant part of their lives, and his loss is deeply personal to each of us.'