(L.A.) James Smith, 55, Died at a Private Residence

Case Number: 2023-08358

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 55-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred at a private residence.

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

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, and Ethanol Intoxication

RIP JAMES SMITH (May 22, 1968 – July 7, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Friday at 10:12 a.m.

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

Note that there are multiple decedents named “James Smith” in public records.