(L.A.) Henry Straughter, 72, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-09653

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 72-year-old Black male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Henry Straughter.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Cocaine

RIP HENRY STRAUGHTER ( June 18, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.