FRISCO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Russ Martin, a well-known radio personality in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, was found dead at his Frisco home early Saturday morning, police said.
Police said he responded at his home on Douglas Avenue after a friend of his went to pick him up and found him unanswered.
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Martin was pronounced dead at his home. A cause of death has not yet been released.
At this point, police said they did not suspect a dirty game.
Police are continuing to investigate along with Collin County Forensic. Anyone with information is asked to call the police at 972.292.6010.
Martin hosted the popular Russ Martin show at KEGL in the DFW area. He also founded the Russ Martin Show Listeners Foundation, which helps families of fallen agents and firefighters.
During a tribute to KEGL on Saturday afternoon, co-host Dan O’Malley said one of the last things Martin did was sign a check from the foundation for $ 40,000 for the widow of the agent of Dallas Mitchell Penton, who was killed by an alleged intoxicated driver earlier this month.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passage of 97.1 The Eagle’s Russ Martin. She will miss you so much and send our deepest condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time. Then we’d love to hear your favorite memory of Russ Martin. #RIPRussMartin pic.twitter.com/cdGBC1XYY9
– 97.1 the eagle (@theeagledallas) February 27, 2021
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“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passage of the 97.1 Russ Martin de l’Àguila. He will miss you very much and we will send our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time, ”said 97.1 The Eagle in a tweet.
The Ben & Skin Show, which airs before the Russ Martin Show on weekdays, issued a statement saying:
“We are saddened by the passage of radio legend Russ Martin. Russ was for many years a fun, beloved and older than radio life at DFW. When he didn’t make us laugh, he showed a huge heart by working tirelessly in our community to support first responders and their families when they needed it most. We were lucky enough to work alongside one of the most influential radio hosts in DFW history. Our deepest condolences are sent to his family and friends, as well as to his co-hosts and thousands of fiercely loyal RMS listeners. ”
The Fort Worth Association of Police Officers offered its condolences for their work with law enforcement.
“Rest in peace, @RussMartinShow. We will always remember his generosity and support for 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 lamented the loss of the radio driver.
We are saddened by the passage of radio legend Russ Martin. A great advocate of early interventions for many years, Mr. Martin will miss many. His deepest condolences are presented to his family. #RussMartin #REST IN PEACE @DPDChiefGarcia
– Dallas Police Department (@DallasPD) February 27, 2021
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“We are saddened by the passage of radio legend Russ Martin. A great advocate of early interventions for many years, Mr. Martin will miss many. His deepest condolences are to his family, “Dallas police said.