Ex-NFL Star Doug Martin Died Whereas Reportedly in Police Custody

Doug Martin died whereas in police custody after being arrested following a break-in to an Oakland house … based on a brand new report.

The East Bay Occasions — citing nameless sources — claims the previous Tampa Bay Buccaneers working again was taken to a hospital, the place he later died, after being contacted by Oakland Police … who had been responding to a reported house break-in early Saturday close to the Oakland Zoo.

Oakland Police says officers had been concurrently informed the suspected burglar was experiencing a medical emergency. A “temporary battle” adopted, and the person grew to become unresponsive after taken into custody.

Paramedics offered help earlier than the particular person was taken to the hospital, the place they later died, per OPD.

Officers concerned within the incident have now been positioned on paid administrative depart, in accordance with departmental coverage.

Martin’s reason for demise has not been decided and the investigation — involving a number of companies — stays ongoing.

TMZ broke the story on the Professional Bowler’s demise.

Martin was a standout RB at Boise State earlier than being drafted to the Bucs within the first spherical of the 2012 NFL Draft. He went on to play seven seasons within the league

Martin was 36.