OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) — We’re studying extra about an incident involving former NFL participant Doug Martin who died in Oakland police custody over the weekend.
Martin was 36 years outdated, a former All-Professional working again for the Oakland Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Police say earlier than he died, he was concerned in a break-in at a house, the place a wrestle occurred with officers attempting to detain him.
“I’ve by no means seen such a big police presence,” stated Lynne Belmont.
Belmont from Oakland is speaking about an incident which occurred early Saturday morning, a break-in at her neighbor’s dwelling on Ettrick Avenue. Belmont says the home-owner was terrified concerning the intruder.
“To be violated like that, waking out of a deep sleep, I can solely think about how traumatized she is,” Belmont added.
Oakland police say the suspect was Doug Martin, who lived in Stockton in Northern California, and died a short while after police responded to the house.
In a press release, OPD stated:
“Previous to his demise, Martin was concerned in a break-in at a residence in Oakland. Whereas responding officers have been trying to detain him, a quick wrestle occurred. After being taken into custody, Martin grew to become unresponsive. Paramedics responded to the scene, supplied medical support, and transported Martin to an area hospital, the place he later died.”
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It is unclear what precipitated the medical emergency.
Belmont stated Martin was staying at his household’s dwelling on the identical road. Kinfolk instructed her the previous NFL participant struggled with well being points.
“I knew he was mentally challenged, that is all I do know,” Belmont added.
Martin’s household launched a statemen writing:
“It’s with nice unhappiness to tell you that Doug Martin handed away Saturday morning. Explanation for demise is at present unconfirmed. Please respect our privateness right now.”
Doug Martin, who was born in Oakland spent six of seven seasons enjoying for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the place he was a fan favourite. At simply 5 foot 9, he earned the nickname “muscle hamster.”‘ In 2018, he completed his profession with the Oakland Raiders for one season.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers launched a press release on X, saying it was deeply saddened to study Martin’s demise.
It reads partly, “From his record-setting rookie season in 2012 to his a number of Professional Bowl picks… Doug made a long-lasting influence on our franchise.”
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee wrote in a press release:
“We mourn the lack of Doug Martin, an Oaklander who had a distinguished NFL profession and tragically handed away Saturday morning. Our condolences are along with his household and family members, and my workplace has reached out to Mr. Martin’s household. They’ve requested for privateness throughout this time.”
Oakland police say the officers concerned within the incident have been positioned on paid administrative depart.
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