(L.A.) James Olunkunle, 52, Died in a Driveway

Case Number: 2026-00462

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 52-year-old Black male that occurred in a driveway.

The coroner’s office identified the man as James Olunkunle.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Acute Asthma Exacerbation

Other Significant Condition: Atherosclerotic and Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease

RIP JAMES OLUNKUNLE ( January 9, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Friday.

Olunkunle is a distinctly Nigerian surname.