(L.A.) Lonzo Atkins Sr., 49, Died From Cocaine Use

Case Number: 2024-10398

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 49-year-old Black male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Lonzo Atkins Sr.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Hypertensive Heart Disease

Other Significant Conditions: Diabetes Mellitus, Effects of Cocaine

RIP LONZO ATKINS SR. (January 17, 1975 – June 29, 2024)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday at 1:50 p.m.

Ruling by the deputy medical examiner was published in early September, presumably after the results of tox screening had come back positive for the drug.

This is considered an accidental drug overdose.

Cocaine use is a significant risk factor for both cardiac arrest and heart attacks due to its profound effects on the cardiovascular system.