Jason Arday, who became Cambridge University's youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead on Friday, August 14. He was discovered at an address in south London.
The death occurred just over a week after Arday resigned from his positions as university professor and Jesus College fellow. His resignation came amid intense scrutiny and allegations of plagiarism regarding his academic work.
Following the sudden death, Arday's family has accused his critics of subjecting him to years of harassment. Britain's prime minister has also called for reflection in response to the tragedy.