(L.A.) Debra Meraz, 57, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-01318

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 57-year-old Hispanic female that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office identified the woman as Debra Meraz.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Methamphetamine Toxicity

Other Significant Condition: Chronic Alcohol Abuse Disorder

RIP DEBRA MERAZ ( January 22, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.

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

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