(L.A.) David Burnette, 64, Died from Drugs

Case Number: 2023-10178

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 64-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred at a private residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as David Burnette.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, and Alprazolam

RIP DAVID BURNETTE (November 1, 1958 – August 6, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Sunday at 8:05 a.m.

Ruling by the deputy medical examiner was published on October 17, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive. This is considered an accidental overdose.