(L.A.) James Heid Jr., 70, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2026-00969

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 70-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office identified the man as James Heid Jr. Born in L.A. County.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Methamphetamine Effects

Other Significant Condition: History of Diabetes Mellitus

RIP JAMES LAWRENCE HEID (July 25, 1955 – January 16, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Friday.

This is considered an accidental, i.e., unintentional, drug overdose.