(L.A.) Willie Townsend, 75, Died in a Vehicle

Case Number: 2026-07053

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 75-year-old Black male that occurred in a vehicle.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Willie Townsend.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Effects of Methamphetamine

RIP WILLIE TOWNSEND ( May 1, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Friday.