Hayden Panettiere was found dead at a residence in Greenville, South Carolina. While the investigation into her sudden death remains ongoing, new details from an autopsy have shed more light on what authorities found at the scene.
Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes, Nashville and the Scream franchise, was found dead on Sunday at the age of 36. According to reports, emergency services were called at around 1:50 p.m. following a report of an “unidentified female” in cardiac arrest.
Emergency responders made efforts to save Panettiere, performing chest compressions and providing advanced cardiac life support, but unfortunately, it was too late.
“Upon arrival, medical assistance was administered; however, the individual, later identified as Hayden Panettiere, was pronounced deceased at the scene,” police said in a statement, according to Page Six.
“The case is under investigation by the Greenville Police Department in conjunction with the Greenville County Coroner’s Office. The preliminary investigation has not indicated any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances. An acquaintance of Ms. Panettiere placed the 911 call.”
Hayden Panettiere’s sudden death at 36
The Greenville County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that an autopsy was performed, but the official cause of death has not yet been confirmed. However, according to official statements obtained by Page Six, there was no physical trauma that contributed to her death. Authorities have not released additional details.
In a statement on August 17, coroner Mike Ellis said, “At autopsy, no signs of trauma were discovered that would have contributed to the death. The cause and manner of death remain pending further investigation and the completion of additional studies. This investigation remains active and ongoing. No further details are available for release at this time.”
Meanwhile, according to TMZ, a device used to dispense Narcan, a medicine used to reverse an opioid overdose, was found at the scene of Hayden’s death. Sources told the outlet that it was found on a mattress inside the apartment. It remains unknown whether Panettiere received Narcan or whether it was intended for or administered to another person in the apartment.
For now, the investigation into Panettiere’s sudden death remains ongoing, and authorities have yet to determine what ultimately caused the actress’ death.
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