(L.A.) Matthew Alafetich, 59, Died From Fentanyl

Case Number: 2023-16988

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 59-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Matthew Alafetich.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Fentanyl Toxicity

RIP MATTHEW ALAFETICH (February 9, 1964 – December 5, 2023)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday at 8:50 p.m.

The Department of Medical Examiner publicly disclosed the COD ruling on February 13, presumably after the results of tox screening came back positive for the drug.