Tyler Skaggs Cause of Death Drugs
Tyler Skaggs was an American professional baseball pitcher who died on July 1, 2019. The official cause of death was determined to be a mixed drug toxicity involving fentanyl, oxycodone, and alcohol.
Toxicology and Circumstances
According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Skaggs had lethal levels of fentanyl and oxycodone in his system, along with alcohol. The report noted that the combination of these substances led to respiratory depression and death.
Legacy and Official Findings
Skaggs was 27 years old at the time of his death. His case highlighted risks associated with opioid use in professional sports. For details, see the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner report at https://www.medexamerica.org.
