(L.A.) Joseph Bernal Jr., 33, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2023-04563

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 33-year-old “Latino” male that occurred at a residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Joseph Bernal Jr.. Born in L.A. County. Mother’s maiden name is Burgener.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Methamphetamine and Fentanyl

RIP JOSEPH ARTHUR BERNAL JR. (July 12, 1989 – April 26, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Wednesday at 11:05 p.m.

Note that there is another decedent named “Joseph Bernal” who died in L.A. County in 2022.

* The DME added the “Jr.” to the decedent’s full name in May.