(L.A.) Beverly Britt, 52, Died at a Residence

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Case Number: 2001-06751

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 52-year-old Black female that occurred at her residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the woman as Beverly Britt.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Probable Effects of Cocaine and Codeine/Promethazine Intake

RIP BEVERLY BRITT (July 16, 1949 – September 16, 2001)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Sunday at 5:24 p.m.

In the early 1990s, several studies reported the misuse of codeine and promethazine hydrochloride cough syrup. Since then, the combination of this pharmaceutical, together with sprite or alcohol, known on the streets as “purple drank” or “lean”, has become a popular drug among rap singers who promote its tranquilizing and euphoric effects through their music and videos.