Family of Ex-NFL Star Doug Martin Reports Mental Health Crisis Before His Death in Police Custody
TL;DR
Former NFL player Doug Martin died in police custody at age 36 after experiencing a mental health crisis; his family states he was seeking help and had fled his home due to disorientation, leading to his arrest and subsequent death, which is now under investigation.
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- Doug Martin, former Buccaneers and Boise State RB, dies at 36 while in police custody Yahoo Sports
- Family sought help for ex-NFL RB Doug Martin ahead of his death The New York Times
- Ex-NFL star Doug Martin identified as suspect who died in Oakland police custody KTVU
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