Model Presley Gerber found dead in suspected overdose, police say
Presley Gerber, 27, was discovered dead at his Berkeley Street residence in Santa Monica, with authorities treating the case as a suspected overdose.
Police detectives in Santa Monica reported that 27-year-old model Presley Gerber was found dead at his home on Berkeley Street, a location he shared with multiple occupants. The incident is being handled as a suspected overdose, and investigators have found no evidence of criminal activity. First responders initially received a call for cardiac arrest on September 20, later learning the situation involved an overdose at the Los Angeles address.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner will issue the final cause and manner of death. Gerber had recently discussed his battle with addiction, including an experimental ibogaine flood dose he underwent in Cancun, Mexico, and his use of buprenorphine to manage pain. His family has requested privacy during this difficult period.
Why it matters
The death highlights ongoing challenges of addiction and the risks of experimental treatments among public figures.
How this story developed
- Sep 21 Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford's son, dies at age 27 in rehab facility
- Sep 21 The family issued a statement requesting privacy while coping with his condition.
- Sep 21 Presley Gerber was found dead at a Santa Monica rehabilitation center, with authorities treating the death as a suspected overdose.
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