(L.A.) Claus Petzke, 68, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2025-09410

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 68-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Claus Petzke.

Manner of Death: Suicide

Cause of Death: Acute Diphenhydramine Intoxication

Other Significant Conditions: Hypertensive and Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease; Obesity

RIP CLAUS PETZKE ( June 7, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday.