(L.A.) Johnny Taylor, 59, Died in State Prison

Case Number: 2026-03828

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 59-year-old male that occurred at a prison/correctional facility.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Johnny Taylor.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease

Other Significant Condition: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

RIP JOHNNY TAYLOR ( March 3, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday.

The decedent expired in the Triage and Treatment Area (TTA) of the state prison in Lancaster.