(L.A.) Leonard Thompson, 68, Died at a Residence

Case Number: 2023-03735

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 68-year-old Black male that occurred at a residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Leonard Thompson.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death A: Ischemic Heart Disease

Cause of Death B: Atherosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease

Other Significant Conditions: Effects of Cocaine and Medical History of Diabetes Mellitus

RIP LEONARD THOMPSON (May 20, 1954 – April 6, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday at 6:48 p.m.

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

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