""Prior to his death, Martin was involved in a break-in at a residence in Oakland," according to an OPD press statement. "While responding officers were attempting to detain him, a brief struggle occurred. After being taken into custody, Martin became unresponsive. Paramedics responded to the scene, provided medical aid, and transported Martin to a local hospital, where he later died.""
""It is with great sadness to inform you all that Doug Martin passed away Saturday morning. Cause of death is currently unconfirmed. Please respect our privacy at this time.""
"Just 5-foot-9, Martin was known for his bruising style, earning him the nickname the "Muscle Hamster," while amassing 5,356 and 30 touchdowns over his NFL career. A former Boise State Broncos star, he was a first-round pick (No. 31) of Tampa Bay in 2012 and immediately burst onto the scene, rushing for 1,454 yards and 11 TDs and catching 49 passes for 472 yards and another score in his first season, which resulted in a Pro Bowl nod."
Doug Martin, a 36-year-old former All-Pro running back for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, died after being taken into police custody following a reported residential break-in in Oakland shortly after 4:15 a.m. Officers encountered Martin during the break-in call, and a brief struggle occurred while they attempted to detain him. After being taken into custody, Martin became unresponsive; paramedics transported him to a local hospital where he later died. The cause of death remains unconfirmed. Multiple agencies including OPD Homicide, Internal Affairs, the City Police Commission, CPRA, and the Alameda County District Attorney's Office are investigating. Martin spent six seasons in Tampa Bay, earned a Pro Bowl nod, and compiled 5,356 rushing yards and 30 touchdowns in his NFL career.
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