Jason Arday, Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism, is found dead

Jason Arday, a professor at the University of Cambridge, was found unresponsive at a home in southwest London on Friday. Arday, who was 37 years old, had gained national attention in 2023 when he became the youngest Black professor to be appointed at the institution.

At the time of his death, Arday had been the subject of public scrutiny regarding allegations of plagiarism. Reports indicate that his passing occurred while he was facing this controversy, which included public discourse surrounding his academic appointment.