(L.A.) Paul Hokama, 58, Died From a Polypharmacy OD

Case Number: 2025-01369

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 58-year-old male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Paul Hokama and listed his race/ethnicity as White/Caucasian.

Born in L.A. County. Mother’s maiden name is Dillashaw.

Manner of Death: Suicide

Cause of Death: Multiple Prescription-Drug Toxicity

Other Significant Condition: Sharp-Force Injuries

RIP PAUL SADAO HOKAMA (June 14, 1966 – January 21, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday at 12:55 p.m.

To request corrections to the government record, call the Department of Medical Examiner at (323) 343-0695 during regular office hours.