Anniversary of a dad’s death prompts police re-appeal
29 October 2025

The family of a dad from Doncaster who died two years ago shows tribute to him as detectives issue a re-appeal for information.

Jason Gaskin, 53, died on Sunday 29 October 2023 after he was found unconscious outside the Park Social Working Men’s club in Balby.

Detective Inspector Adam Watkinson, who is the Senior Investigating Officer for this case, said: “His children will now grow up without a dad and we want to do everything we can to secure justice on behalf of them and all those who cherished him.”

An investigation was subsequently launched, which resulted in four people being arrested on suspicion of murder.

Two of those were released under investigation pending further enquiries, with the other two released without charge.

Jason’s family have paid tribute on the second anniversary of his death.

They issued the following statement: “Jason is deeply missed every day. One night has shattered the lives of his family. It has changed us forever and life will never be the same.

“We would really urge people to support the police investigation. If you have any information that could help, or you witnessed anything on the night of Jason’s death, please do the right thing and come forward.”

South Yorkshire Police continue to support the family and their thoughts remain with them as they navigate Jason’s loss.

Detective Inspector Adam Watkinson added: “Jason’s family deserve answers so they can secure justice on his behalf.

“Our investigation into his death is continuing with a lot of work taking place behind the scenes and with that in mind, I want to remind people on this anniversary to please get in touch with us if they have any information which they think could help with our enquiries.

“Jason was found unconscious outside Park Social Working Men’s Club in Victoria Road around 1am on Sunday 29 October 2023.

“A significant number of people were in the area around that time with some rushing to Jason’s aid.

“I want to thank all those who have spoken to us and provided witness statements or relevant information. If you haven’t yet come forward though, now is the time to do so.”

Anyone who wishes to report information in connection with Jason’s death should contact us on 101, quoting incident number 112 of 29 October 2023.