(L.A.) James Petty, 61, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-00703

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 61-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office identified the man as James Petty.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Methamphetamine

Other Significant Conditions: Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus

RIP JAMES PETTY ( January 13, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday.