The world is still mourning the death of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers star running back Doug Martin on Saturday. As questions arise about his passing, Oakland police have confirmed that Martin died in the custody of the police .
“Prior to his death, Martin was involved in a break-in at a residence in Oakland,” the Oakland Police Department said in a statement (h/t ESPN). “While responding officers were attempting to detain him, a brief struggle occurred. After being taken into custody, Martin became unresponsive.”
Medical attention was then given to Doug Martin, according to Oakland police, but the former Boise State Broncos star tailback later passed away at a hospital at the age of 36.
“Paramedics responded to the scene, provided medical aid, and transported Martin to a local hospi