Man found unresponsive in Rotherham named as murder investigation continues

54 year old Garry Claydon was found unresponsive on Waddington Way on Sunday morning

54 year old Gary Claydon
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 3rd Jun 2025
Last updated 3rd Jun 2025

Police have released the identity of a man who was found fatally injured in Rotherham on Sunday morning, as an investigation into his suspected murder continues.

54 year old Garry Claydon was found unresponsive on Waddington Way in Parkgate, with police being called to the scene at 6:47am.

He was later pronounced dead at the scene.

A 53 year old man arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail.

Detective Inspector Simon Cartwright, of the South Yorkshire Police Major Crime Unit, said: “Our thoughts are with Garry’s loved ones at this difficult time.

“Officers are working at pace to understand the circumstances of this incident that led to Garry’s tragic death, and I am appealing for anyone with information that could help with the investigation to come forward.

"If you can help, please get in touch quoting incident number 208 of 1 June 2025.”

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