Parents allege excessive force in death of ex-NFL RB Doug Martin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 11:53 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The parents of former All-Pro NFL running back Doug Martin have filed a wrongful death lawsuit, alleging that excessive force by police and delayed medical care were factors in his death last year. The lawsuit claims that proper procedures were not followed, leading to significant consequences. This legal action comes amid ongoing discussions about police conduct and accountability in emergency situations. The case is set to draw attention as it progresses through the court system.
- •Doug Martin's parents allege excessive force by police contributed to his death.
- •The wrongful death lawsuit cites delayed medical care as a factor.
- •Martin was an All-Pro running back during his NFL career.
- •The incident that led to his death occurred last year.
- •The lawsuit is expected to generate significant public interest.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Doug Martin's parents allege excessive force by police in wrongful death lawsuit
- 11:53 PMESPN NFL — Excessive force alleged in death of ex-RB Martin
- 11:46 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-NFL RB Doug Martin parents file wrongful death suit against City of Oakland
"The NFL world was stunned to learn of the death of former running back Doug Martin last October. His death came under heartbreaking circumstances, as his family detailed the struggles he had been facing. Now, Martin’s parents are seeking to…
"The parents of former All-Pro NFL running back Doug Martin say excessive force by police and delayed medical care led to his death last year, according to a wrongful death lawsuit.
"Former NFL running back Doug Martin's parents are alleging "excessive force by police" contributed to their son's death in wrongful death lawsuit.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 26, 2026, 12:51 AMDoug Martin's parents allege excessive force by police in wrongful death lawsuit
Former NFL running back Doug Martin's parents are alleging "excessive force by police" contributed to their son's death in wrongful death lawsuit.
- ESPN NFLJun 25, 2026, 11:53 PMExcessive force alleged in death of ex-RB Martin
The parents of former All-Pro NFL running back Doug Martin say excessive force by police and delayed medical care led to his death last year, according to a wrongful death lawsuit.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 11:46 PMEx-NFL RB Doug Martin parents file wrongful death suit against City of Oakland
The NFL world was stunned to learn of the death of former running back Doug Martin last October. His death came under heartbreaking circumstances, as his family detailed the struggles he had been facing. Now, Martin’s parents are seeking to…
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