(L.A.) Derek Nowell, 54, Died on a Bus

Case Number: 2026-01798

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 54-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred on a bus.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Derek Nowell.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Toxicity

RIP DEREK NOWELL ( January 29, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.