Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin died in police custody following a struggle with officers investigating a break-in, police in California confirmed on Monday.

Oakland Police Department said in a statement that officers had confronted Martin after responding to a call at a home in the early hours of Saturday morning.

“Prior to his death, Martin was involved in a break-in at a residence in Oakland,” the statement said.

“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.”

The statement said police had been in contact with Martin’s family since the incident

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