(L.A.) Gary Chavarria, 31, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2005-02407

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 31-year-old Hispanic male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Gary Chavarria.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Acute Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate Intoxication

RIP GARY CHAVARRIA (May 3, 1973 – March 26, 2005)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday at 11:14 a.m.

This is considered an accidental, i.e., unintentional, drug overdose.

GHB, or gamma-hydroxybutyric acid, is a central nervous system depressant that is also known as a “club drug” or “date rape drug” due to its misuse in recreational settings.

While GHB has some legitimate medical uses, such as treating narcolepsy under the brand name Xyrem, it is illegal to possess, produce, or distribute for recreational use in many countries.

Overdosing on GHB can cause a loss of consciousness and coma.