(L.A.) Michael Matthews, 70, Died From Meth Use

Case Number: 2024-17294

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 70-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Michael Matthews.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Methamphetamine

Other Significant Condition: Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease

RIP MICHAEL MATTHEWS (June 5, 1954 – November 4, 2024)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Monday at 8:52 p.m.

This is considered an accidental, i.e., unintentional, drug overdose.