Tributes paid to "loving and generous" man who died after Whitby pub incident
Jason Smith died on 15th March 2026 following an incident at The Elsinore Pub
Last updated 23rd Mar 2026
Tributes have been paid to a "kind, loving, generous" man who died following an incident at a pub in Whitby.
49-year-old Jason Smith, originally from Hull but living in Halifax at the time, died from injuries sustained at The Elsinore Pub on Sunday 15th March.
Four people have been arrested in connection with the incident and released on conditional bail.
A "dearly loved son, brother, fiancé, uncle, cousin and friend"
In a tribute, his family said: “On the evening of Sunday 15th March, a dearly loved son, brother, fiancé, uncle, cousin and friend was taken away from us all in devastating circumstances.
“The loss of Jason has left such a huge void in all our lives that cannot ever be replaced.
“He will continue to live on in our hearts and memories as the kind, loving, generous, hardworking and larger than life character that he was.
“Jason will be greatly missed by so many every day and for the rest of our lives. We are all forever heartbroken.”
Investigations continue
Officers are continuing to investigate the incident and are appealing to anyone who was in the pub at around 11.12pm that day to contact them.
Reports can be made by calling 101, quoting reference 12260046853.
Anonymous reports can be made via Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.