(L.A.) Ariel Rios, 18, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2026-00708

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of an 18-year-old Latino male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office identified the young man as Ariel Rios.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy

Other Significant Conditions: Influenza A Infection; Crohn’s Disease

RIP ARIEL RIOS ( January 13, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday.