(L.A.) Justin Salas, 45, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2023-02637

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 45-year-old “Caucasian” male that occurred at a residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Justin Salas.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Fentanyl and Ethanol

Other Significant Condition: Dilated Cardiomyopathy

RIP JUSTIN SALAS (February 20, 1978 – March 8, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Wednesday at 12:23 p.m.

Ruling by the deputy medical examiner was published on August 10, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive for the drug. This is considered an accidental overdose.