(L.A.) Howard Marks, 67, Died From Meth

Case Number: 2023-18214

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 67-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Howard Marks.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Methamphetamine Toxicity

Other Significant Conditions: History of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Diabetes

RIP HOWARD MARKS (June 6, 1956 – December 24, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Sunday at 10:05 a.m.

Ruling by the deputy medical examiner was published on February 14, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive for the drug.

This is considered an accidental drug overdose.