Man jailed for manslaughter after fatal punch
Wilson Pereira, 19, was jailed for three years after admitting manslaughter
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A man has been jailed for three years for fatally punching a person during a row in Stoke-on-Trent.
Neil Gaskell, 55, suffered a serious head injury in the altercation on Millrise Road, Milton, on 7 May 2023.
Staffordshire Police said despite the best efforts of medical staff, he died in hospital on 23 May.
Wilson Pereira, 19, of Bentilee, Stoke-on-Trent, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and was sentenced at Stafford Crown Court on 2 October.
Neil Gaskell was described as "a loving husband and dad" in a tribute by his family
Det Ch Insp Cheryl Hannan, from the force added: "The circumstances surrounding this case are tragic in every sense and I know the outcome has been devastating for all those involved.
"Our thoughts and condolences are very much with Neil's family at this difficult time."
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