A man, 60, has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of another man within a property in Wick.
The incident happened on Barrogill Street at about 9.30pm on Saturday.
A 50-year-old man was taken to hospital following the incident and he died at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness on Tuesday.
The 60-year-old man will appear at Inverness Sheriff Court today.
Detective Inspector Craig Still said: “A police presence will remain in the area whilst inquiries continue and I would like to thank residents for their patience during this time.”
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact police by calling 101.