Professor Jason Arday, who resigned following public criticism over plagiarism allegations, was found dead on Friday. The 41-year-old’s body was discovered at an address in Battersea, London. Police say the circumstances do not appear to be suspicious. In a statement, his family said: “The campaign of misinformation was too much for Jason, who was a gentle man and who always wanted to see the best in everyone.” “We are in shock to have lost this amazing father, partner, brother, uncle and son.”

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