(L.A.) Cody Bright, 38, Died in a Tent at a Freeway Embankment

Case Number: 2026-07806

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 38-year-old Black male that occurred in a tent at a freeway embankment.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Cody Bright. Born in L.A. County.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Methamphetamine

Other Significant Condition: Complications of Diabetes Mellitus

RIP CODY CHRISTOPHER BRIGHT (March 22, 1988 – May 14, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.

The decedent had just been arrested by LAPD on April 5 at 8861 Venice Boulevard.