Hayden Panettiere's manner of death revealed as officials conclude case
Los Angeles Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Officials in Greenville, South Carolina, have ruled Hayden Panettiere’s death on August 16 as accidental following an investigation and medical examiner's determination.
- Panettiere was found in cardiac arrest, with emergency responders administering Narcan and performing CPR before she was declared dead at 2:31 p.m.
- Federal authorities, including the DEA, are investigating in Los Angeles whether Panettiere obtained nonprescription pills potentially laced with fentanyl, questioning several individuals connected to the case.
- Panettiere was a well-known actress from TV series such as "Nashville" and "Heroes," as well as films including the "Scream" franchise and "Remember the Titans."
- Her career began as a child actor in soap operas, and she was also recognized as a model and singer with several released singles.
