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Former Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber died due to Heat Stroke, Autopsy details

Marion Barber was found dead inside his home
MIAMI – SEPTEMBER 16: Running back Marion Barber #24 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on during the game against the Miami Dolphins at Dolphins Stadium on September 16, 2007 in Miami, Florida. The Cowboys defeated the Dolphins 37-20. (Photo by Allen Kee/Getty Images)

Marion Barber recently passed away and according to the autopsy he died from a heat stroke. Barber was reportedly working out in sauna-like conditions in his apartment.

According to the autopsy, Barber had the thermostat set at 91 degrees the heater was on and he was reportedly working out in the house.

There was no evidence of trauma or drug overuse found inside Barber’s body.

The report from Frisco Police Department was disturbing. People had not seen Marion for weeks, and several of his neighbors made complaints of leaks. When police entered his house on June 1st, three weeks after him not being seen, they found Marion dead inside his Master Bathroom’s shower. They also noted the water had been running in the tub of the guest bathroom.

Marion Barber’s death was officially ruled an accident. Barber was just 38 years old.

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