(L.A.) Fred Hammick, 72, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2026-06995

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 72-year-old Black male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Fred Hammick.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Heroin and Cocaine Toxicity

Other Significant Conditions: Congestive Heart Failure; Hypertension

RIP FRED HENRY HAMMICK (February 18, 1954 – April 30, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.