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Former Cambridge professor Jason Arday found dead amid plagiarism allegations, university says
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Key Points:
- Former Cambridge University professor Jason Arday was found dead at age 41 in Battersea, South London, amid ongoing plagiarism allegations and questions about his academic background.
- Arday had recently resigned following an investigation by Cambridge into new information about his qualifications and honorary appointments, while separate complaints regarding academic misconduct were also being addressed.
- Cambridge University and UK Education Secretary Lucy Powell expressed deep condolences and urged privacy for Arday's family and friends during this difficult time.
- Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, denied the plagiarism accusations and stated his resignation was to reclaim peace for himself and his loved ones.
- The university acknowledged Arday as a person at the center of the situation and confirmed they were providing him with support prior to his death.
