(L.A.) Katherine Devoe-Peterson, 27, Ended Her Life

Case Number: 2021-10776

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 27-year-old Caucasian female that occurred at her apartment in the 90027.

The coroner’s office identified the woman as Katherine Devoe-Peterson.

Manner of Death: Suicide

Cause of Death: Citalopram and Dextromethorphan Toxicity

Other Significant Condition: Depression

RIP KATHERINE DEVOE-PETERSON (March 5, 1994 – September 24, 2021)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Friday at 10:30 p.m.

Incident Location: Edgemont Hollywood Arms
1725 North Edgemont Street #307, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Dextromethorphan is a widely used cough suppressant available in over-the-counter cold and flu medications, also recognized for its antidepressant and neurological applications.

Citalopram (Celexa), an antidepressant, carries an FDA black box warning for increased risk of suicidal ideation and behavior.