Courtney Meppen-Walter, the English footballer from Bury, died on September 29, 2026, at the age of 32. His death was confirmed by Bury Football Club the same day it was reported. Meppen-Walter, whose full name was Courtney Alister Meppen-Walter, played as a defender for Bury in the Northern Premier League Premier Division.
Before joining Bury, he appeared in the Football League with Carlisle United. His career also included representing England at under-17 and under-18 levels.