(L.A.) James Kim, 45, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2024-03466

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 45-year-old Asian male that occurred at his residence.

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

Born in Riverside County, California. Mother’s maiden name is Lee.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Combined Effects of Methamphetamine and Fentanyl

RIP JAMES KIM (April 15, 1978 – February 27, 2024)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday at 3:17 a.m.

The Department of Medical Examiner publicly disclosed the CoD ruling on April 15, presumably after the results of tox screening had come back positive for the drugs.

The decedent was of Korean descent.