Doug Martin, a former All-Pro running back with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers , died in police custody early Saturday morning following an incident at a residence in Oakland, police confirmed Monday.

Oakland police reported that officers responded to a call about a break-in just after 4:15 am Saturday and encountered Martin.

"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."

Martin was 36.

His family released a statement Sunday that read: "It is with great

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