(L.A.) Joseph Thurston, 48, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-08539

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 48-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Joseph Thurston.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Fentanyl and Methamphetamine

Other Significant Condition: Methylenedioxymethamphetamine and Ketamine Use

RIP JOSEPH THURSTON ( May 28, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.