(L.A.) John Mercado, 50, Died from Drugs
Case Number: 2023-12489
Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 50-year-old Latino male that occurred at his residence.
The coroner’s office has identified the man as John Mercado. Born in L.A. County. Mother’s maiden name is Mendoza.
Manner of Death: Accident
Cause of Death: Effects of Fentanyl, Fluorofentanyl, and Methamphetamine
RIP JOHN M. MERCADO (August 16, 1973 – September 16, 2023)
Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday at 7:45 p.m.
Ruling by the deputy medical examiner was published on November 20, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive for the drugs.
This was an accidental drug overdose.