(L.A.) David Pugh, 49, Died on a Sidewalk

Case Number: 2025-17772

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 49-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred on a sidewalk.

The coroner’s office identified the man as David Pugh. Born in L.A. County.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Acute Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Intoxication

Other Significant Conditions: Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, History of Methamphetamine Use

RIP DAVID LEVAN PUGH (May 21, 1976 – November 12, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Wednesday.

This is considered an accidental, i.e., unintentional, drug overdose.

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