FRISCO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Russ Martin, a well-known radio personality in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, was found dead in his home in Frisco early Saturday morning, police said.
Police said they responded to his home in Douglas Avenue after a friend examined him and found him unresponsive.
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Martin was pronounced dead at his home. A cause of death has not yet been announced.
At this point, police said they do not suspect foul play.
Police are continuing the investigation with the Collin County Medical Examiner. Anyone with information is asked to call the police on 972.292.6010.
Martin hosted the popular Russ Martin Show at KEGL in the DFW area. He also founded the Russ Martin Show Listers Foundation, which helps families of fallen officers and firefighters.
During a tribute to KEGL on Saturday afternoon, co-host Dan O’Malley said that one of the last things Martin did was a $ 40,000 check for the widow of Dallas officer Mitchell Penton, who had been through earlier. a suspected intoxicated driver died, signed. this month.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of 97.1 The Eagle’s Russ Martin. He will be missed wholeheartedly and his heartfelt condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. We’d love to hear your favorite memory of Russ Martin below. #RIPRussMartin pic.twitter.com/cdGBC1XYY9
97.1 The Eagle (@theeagledallas) 27 February 2021
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“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of 97.1 The Eagle’s Russ Martin. He will be greatly missed and we express our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time, “radio station 97.1 The Eagle said in a tweet.
The Ben & Skin Show, presented on weekdays before the Russ Martin Show, issued a statement saying:
‘We are saddened by the death of radio legend Russ Martin. Russ was a hilarious, beloved radio pioneer in DFW for many years. When he did not make us laugh, he showed a tremendous heart by working tirelessly in our community to support first responders and their families when they needed it most. We were fortunate to work with one of the most influential radio hosts in DFW history. Our sincere condolences to his family and friends, as well as his fellow host and thousands of fiercely loyal RMS listeners. ”
The Fort Worth Police Officer expressed his condolences on his work with law enforcement.
“Rest in peace, @RussMartinShow. We will always remember his generosity and support of fallen police officers and their families. Many prayers for his family and colleagues at @theeagledallas, “the association said in a tweet.
The Dallas Police Department also regrets the loss of the radio host.
We are saddened by the death of radio legend Russ Martin. A very tall supporter of first responders, Mr. Martin, will be missed by many people. Our deepest condolences to his family. #RussMartin #TEAR @DPDChiefGarcia
– Dallas Police Department (@ DallasPD) 27 February 2021
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‘We are saddened by the death of radio legend Russ Martin. A very tall supporter of first responders, Mr. Martin, will be missed by many people. Our deepest condolences to his family, “said Dallas Police.