(L.A.) James Burnett, 70, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2025-02194

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 70-year-old Black male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as James Burnett.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death A: Cellulitis of Legs with Sepsis

Cause of Death B: Chronic Kidney Disease

Cause of Death C: Diabetes Mellitus Type 2

Other Significant Conditions: History of Stroke; Peripheral Vascular Disease; Hypertension

RIP JAMES BURNETT (November 27, 1954 – February 2, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Sunday at 11:16 a.m.