(L.A.) Merle Johnson, 67, Died on a Sidewalk

Case Number: 2022-08693

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 67-year-old Black male that occurred on a sidewalk.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Merle Johnson.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Fentanyl Effects

Other Significant Condition: Recent Cocaine Use

RIP MERLE JOHNSON (September 29, 1954 – August 19, 2022)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Friday at 6:31 p.m.