(L.A.) James Guzman, 54, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2023-16417

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 54-year-old Latino male that occurred at his residence.

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

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Fentanyl

RIP JAMES GUZMAN (May 31, 1969 – November 18, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday at 7:20 p.m.

The Department of Medical Examiner publicly disclosed the COD ruling on February 14, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive for the drug.