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Hayden Panettiere's death ruled accidental by South Carolina police

Hayden Panettiere's death ruled accidental by South Carolina police

Summary

Greenville police said they have concluded their investigation into actor Hayden Panettiere’s death and ruled it accidental, citing the medical examiner’s determination and investigative findings. A coroner previously said she died from an accidental drug overdose involving fentanyl.

Key Facts

  • Panettiere, 36, was pronounced dead at a residence in Greenville, South Carolina, on Aug. 16.
  • The Greenville County Coroner’s Office said emergency responders tried advanced cardiac life support measures.
  • The coroner’s office reported no signs of trauma.
  • Police said a preliminary investigation had found no signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances.
  • A police report said Brian Hickerson, described in the article as Panettiere’s on-again, off-again boyfriend, and his brother Zach were at the scene.
  • The Hickerson brothers called 911, according to the police report.
  • Authorities, including the Drug Enforcement Administration, investigated the circumstances of her death.
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