(L.A.) Vernel Odom, 68, Died From Cocaine

Case Number: 2016-05837

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 68-year-old Black male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Vernel Odom.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease

Other Significant Condition: Effects of Cocaine

RIP VERNEL ODOM (October 13, 1947 – August 9, 2016)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Tuesday at 9:50 p.m.

This is considered an accidental drug overdose.