(L.A.) Byron Franklin, 68, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-01930

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 68-year-old Black male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Byron Franklin.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease

RIP BYRON FRANKLIN ( February 1, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Sunday.