(L.A.) James Goettel, 66, Died in a Courtyard

Case Number: 2025-19287

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 66-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred in a courtyard.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as James Goettel.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease

RIP JAMES GOETTEL ( December 10, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Wednesday.