Former NFL RB Doug Martin Dies at 36 in Police Custody
TL;DR
Former NFL player Doug Martin died at age 36 in Oakland after a struggle with police during an investigation of a break-in; his family cited mental health challenges as a significant factor in his life. The police involved are on paid leave pending investigation, and questions remain about the circumstances of his death.
- Former NFL player who died in police custody battled injuries and mental health challenges AP News
- Cops: Ex-RB Martin died in custody after break-in ESPN
- Former NFL player Doug Martin died after struggling with officers while being detained, police say CNN
- 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
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