(L.A.) William Van Sciver, 82, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2026-04091

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of an 82-year-old Black male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office identified the man as William Van Sciver.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Cocaine and Methamphetamine

RIP WILLIAM VAN SCIVER ( March 8, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Sunday.

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

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