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Courts · WandsworthInquest into Cambridge professor Jason Arday's death to open
An inquest into the death of Professor Jason Arday, who was found in Battersea on August 14, will open on Wednesday, August 26. His memoir is due to be published the following day, days after he resigned from his Cambridge post amid plagiarism allegations.
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LatestJason Arday death: family blame 'campaign of misinformation' after Battersea incident
The family of former University of Cambridge professor Jason Arday say he was subjected to a 'campaign of misinformation' before his death in Battersea on 14 August. Police confirmed the death is not being treated as suspicious, while academics and politicians call for inquiries into media and university conduct.
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Policing · WandsworthJason Arday dies in Battersea after media harassment, family say
Professor Jason Arday, 41, was found unresponsive at a property on Daley Thompson Way on 14 August. His family blamed a "campaign of misinformation" for his death. The Met confirmed the death is not being treated as suspicious, while public figures including the Education Secretary expressed shock.
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Policing · LondonMet Police closed harassment case against journalist probing Cambridge professor Jason Arday
The Metropolitan Police investigated journalist Jack Grove for harassment after he questioned Professor Jason Arday’s academic record and charity claims. The case was closed in February 2026. Cambridge University is conducting a separate inquiry into Arday’s qualifications and honorary appointments.
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