(L.A.) Robert Martinez, 52, Died From Drug Abuse

Case Number: 2022-06900

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 52-year-old Hispanic male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Robert Martinez.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Fentanyl and Cocaine Toxicity

RIP ROBERT MARTINEZ (October 15, 1969 – July 4, 2022)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Monday at 5:22 a.m.
Incident Location: Western Avenue Apartments
5501 S. Western Ave. #214, Los Angeles, 90062

“Step Up on Western”

This apartment building is a former Bronco Motel, originally built in 1985. It has been converted into 32 units of permanent supportive housing specifically for veterans experiencing chronic homelessness and earning less than 30% of the average median income.

All units are for people experiencing homelessness.