(L.A.) Kenneth Peterson, 70, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2023-03383

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 70-year-old Caucasian male that occurred at a residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Kenneth Peterson.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death A: Ischemic Heart Disease

Cause of Death B: Atherosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease

Other Significant Conditions: Effects of Methamphetamine and Medical History of Diabetes Mellitus, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension

RIP KENNETH PETERSON (March 11, 1953 – March 28, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday at 4:05 p.m.

Ruling by the deputy medical examiner was published on October 11, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive for the meth. This is considered an accidental drug overdose.