(L.A.) Darnell Staves, 67, Died on a Sidewalk
Case Number: 2023-17586
Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 67-year-old Black male that occurred on a sidewalk.
The coroner’s office has identified the man as Darnell Staves.
Manner of Death: Accident
Cause of Death: Effects of Fentanyl, Heroin, and Xylazine
Other Significant Condition: Recent Cocaine Use
RIP DARNELL STAVES (December 31, 1955 – December 14, 2023)
Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday at 9:11 p.m.
The Department of Medical Examiner publicly disclosed the COD ruling on February 13, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive for the drugs.
Out of over 150,000 records made public, this may be the first we’ve seen that mentions xylazine aka “tranq.” Update: Results just came back in March 2024 from a case in July 2023. There are now two public death records in the county that mention xylazine.
My dear brother Darnell Staves. I love you with all my heart. I know you are resting in the arms of our Lord and Savior and for that reason I am content. No more pain, no more struggling with illness and disease, You are free from the troubles of this world. I will miss you, but I will cherish every memory I have of you. I can still hear you say, “I Love You Baby Sis.” These words I will write upon the tables of my heart and hold them dear. Goodnight my dear Brother….I’ll see you in my dreams.… Read more »
RIP DARNELL STAVES (December 31, 1955 – December 14, 2023)
Dear Brother, I love you with all my heart. I know you are resting in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. No more pain, no more illness and battling disease. Your body and soul is at peace and you are now worry free. Soar high my dear brother. Take your rest. I can still hear you say, “I Love You Baby Sis,” Those words I will write upon the tablet of my heart until I see you again; Goodnight big brother, I’ll see you in my dreams.