Tributes paid to a ‘happy go lucky’ man who died after an assault at a North Yorkshire pub

Peter Walker, 41, from Lancashire, died following an assault at the Black Horse Pub in Skipton on Saturday 22 October 2022.

The three men arrested in connection with the incident currently remain on conditional bail. 

His family have issued the following statement.

“Peter Walker was a loving father, husband, brother and son. Pete will be missed by his family and also by the many friends and people who knew him.

“Pete was a happy go lucky person and well known for being outgoing and hilarious. If anybody needed any support Pete was always there to lend a hand.

“Sadly, Pete was taken away from us all too soon in tragic circumstances. He will be greatly missed by all of us.

“Rest in peace, Big Lad.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information and has not yet come forward to police, is asked to get in touch. Dial 101, press 2 and ask to speak to the Major Investigation Team.

You can also submit information to the investigation team directly via the following link and clicking on North Yorkshire Police Public Portal (mipp.police.uk)

Please quote reference number 12220188365 when passing on any information.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.