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Doug Martin’s family sues Oakland police over death
Filed: Jun 25, 2026 at 7:03 PM ET
Summary: Parents of former NFL player Doug Martin filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging restraint asphyxia by Oakland police.
WHO: Doug Martin’s parents
WHAT: Filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging Doug Martin died from restraint asphyxia caused by Oakland police.
WHEN: Jun 25, 2026 at 6:22 PM ET
WHERE: Oakland, California
WHY: They allege he died from restraint asphyxia caused by Oakland police during a fatal mental health crisis.
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