South Carolina police close investigation into Hayden Panettiere’s death

Crime · First reported 29 Oct, 01:00 · Updated 12:00

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South Carolina officials said Panettiere’s death was accidental and that the investigation is closed. The reports differ in how much detail they provide about the cause of death and whether other authorities may still be investigating.

Greenville officials said the medical examiner’s determination and investigation findings led them to rule Panettiere’s death accidental and close their case.
The reports say Panettiere was found in cardiac arrest or unresponsive in Greenville on August 16 and was 36.
Breitbart reports that an earlier coroner’s report attributed her death to an accidental overdose involving several drugs, including fentanyl.
The Hindustan Times says federal authorities were examining whether Panettiere obtained nonprescription pills from a local dealer; Breitbart says it was unclear whether federal investigators might continue examining the case separately.
Breitbart reports that a California court granted Wladimir Klitschko legal status to protect Panettiere’s property for their daughter, described as her sole heir.

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Key facts

Local investigation: Greenville police closed the investigation after the death was ruled accidental.
Date and place: Panettiere died on August 16 in Greenville, South Carolina.
Age: 36.
Coroner’s report: Breitbart says the report found an accidental overdose involving several drugs, including fentanyl.
Federal inquiry: The reports indicate possible separate federal investigation activity, but do not establish its current status.