(L.A.) Eric Cervantes, 47, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-00632

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 47-year-old Latino male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Eric Cervantes.

Cause of Death A: Cardiac Arrhythmia

Cause of Death B: Hypokalemia and Dehydration

Cause of Death C: Methamphetamine Toxicity

Other Significant Conditions: Diabetes Mellitus; Alcohol Use Disorder

RIP ERIC CERVANTES (May 20, 1978 – January 8, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.

This case is still open.