Aug 16, 2026 – 7.58amLondon | Even in death, British sociologist and accused serial fabulist Jason Arday has inspired a culture war blame game. Attacks on diversity and inclusiveness hiring practices have been overtaken by accusations of media harassment and racist treatment of a vulnerable figure.Arday, who resigned as a Cambridge professor last week amid scrutiny of a questionable academic record and embellishment of his claimed feats, was found unresponsive at a property in London’s south on Friday (Saturday morning AEST). Police said there were no suspicious circumstances as officers prepare a report for the coroner.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Was this star Cambridge professor a DEI victim or hounded to death?
The death of Jason Arday, the Cambridge sociologist who resigned his position over plagiarism claims, is being turned into a new front in the culture wars.
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