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Police were called to Balby in the early hours of yesterday after a man was found unconscious in the street with serious head injuries.

He has been named locally as Jason Gaskin, who was nicknamed Big Red, with friends and relatives paying tribute following his death, which has seen three people arrested in connection.

Despite the efforts of police and paramedics, the 52-year-old died was pronounced dead at the scene close to Park Social Working Men’s Club at around 1am on Sunday.

Tributes have been paid to Jason Gaskin, known as Big Red, following his death. (Photo: Facebook).

A woman, 33, and two men, 39 and 47, were arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in custody.

Tributes have begun to pour in for Mr Gaskin following his death.

One friend wrote: “Gone too soon, RIP Big Red.”

Another simply posted, “Never - RIP Jason,” while another wrote: “Sleep tight Big Red.”

Another wrote: “The best man. God love him.”

“Thinking of all the family at this sad time, top bloke only seen him last week,” shared another.

Another wrote: “Rip Big Red, some man.”

“Can't believe it so sad,” wrote another friend. “Got some great memories with you Jason, my thoughts and prayers go out to all his family. Hope you get the best bed up there.”

Another wrote: “So sorry for your family's loss, he was a character taken too soon.”

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact South Yorkshire Police on 101 or CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

"Gone too soon": Tributes pour in as Doncaster 'murder' victim is named