Texas radio host dead, ‘foul play’ not suspected

FRISCO, Texas – Police are investigating the death of a popular North Texas radio host, but say they do not suspect a “misdemeanor”.

Officers from the suburb of Frisco were called to Russ Martin’s home early Saturday after a friend found him unresponsive.

The 60-year-old host of “The Eagle” on KEGL-FM was pronounced dead at the scene and detectives are awaiting the results of an autopsy, according to a police department statement.

“No criminal act is suspected at this stage of the investigation,” the statement said. A police spokesperson said on Sunday that more information was available.

Martin’s death was announced in a statement on his show’s website and social media pages, but more details on what happened were not provided.

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of 97.1 The Eagle’s Russ Martin,” the statement read online. “He will be sadly missed and we send our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.