oxycodone

Oxycodone is a semisynthetic opioid analgesic used for severe pain management. It is available by prescription only, as it can lead to physical dependence and has potential for misuse. Oxycodone is classified as a Schedule II controlled substance in the United States, indicating its high potential for abuse.

This opioid is widely abused and has significant street demand. It is often sold under names like “Oxy,” “Hillbilly heroin,” or “Oxycotton.” Street prices average $1 per milligram, with 40 mg tablets being particularly popular.

Sources include forged prescriptions, pharmacy robberies, and diversion by healthcare professionals.

April 20, 2026

oxycodone

(L.A.) Sally Schutz, 78, Died in a Hospital

(L.A.) Christopher Fulton, 42, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Patrick Lewandowski, 37, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Kevin Davis, 34, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Patricia Palmieri, 67, Died at a Hotel

(L.A.) Gregory Sisco, 50, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Ryan Johnson, 40, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Erin Krug, 46, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Nicholas Morgan, 59, Died in a Parking Lot

(L.A.) Ginette Merlo, 53, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Artur Poghosyan, 33, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Jovane Leonard, 49, Died in a Vehicle

(L.A.) Adrian Packett, 60, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Steven Martinez, 23, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Eliberato Casillas Salazar, 67, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) John Morris, 75, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Anthony Garcia, 57, Died at a Motel

(L.A.) Arbbie Hodge, 85, Died From Coke and Oxycodone

(L.A.) Naomi Ganaha, 35, Died in a Hospital

(L.A.) Darye Livas, 74, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Judith Berman, 76, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Rashad Falls, 31, Died in a Hospital

(L.A.) Manuel Hernandez, 22, Died at a Residence

(L.A.) Arsen Meloyan, 57, Died at a Marina

(L.A.) Sandra Crosby, 69, Ended Her Life