The ex-England youth player had reportedly welcomed a third child just months before his death aged 32
Former Manchester City defender Courtney Meppen-Walter has died suddenly at the age of 32, shortly after welcoming his third child. His former club Bury FC announced the news on September 30, though an official cause of death has not been revealed. Family and friends reportedly gathered for a candlelight vigil and fireworks display in his memory.
The former England youth international was released by Manchester City in 2013 after serving a prison sentence for causing a fatal 2012 car crash. Following his release, Meppen-Walter continued his playing career across several clubs, including Carlisle United, Stockport County, and most recently Stalybridge Celtic on loan from Bury.
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