(L.A.) Omar Villanueva, 46, Died at a Homeless Shelter

Case Number: 2026-05799

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 46-year-old Latino male that occurred at a homeless shelter.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Omar Villanueva.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Fentanyl and Alprazolam Effects

RIP OMAR VILLANUEVA (April 14, 1979 – April 8, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Wednesday.

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

Inquiries about this case may be made over the phone by calling the Department of Medical Examiner at (323) 343-0695 during regular office hours.