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Hayden Panettiere's death ruled accidental by police

The coroner ruled the death accidental after finding toxic effects from fentanyl and other drugs, and police said no charges will be filed.

  • On Wednesday, the Greenville Police Department officially closed its investigation into the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, ruling the death accidental "based on the Medical Examiner's determination and the findings of the investigation."
  • Panettiere, 36, died on August 16, 2026, after being found unresponsive at the Judson Mill Lofts in Greenville, South Carolina, where emergency responders attempted "advanced cardiac life support measures."
  • Last month, the Greenville County Coroner's Office confirmed the actor died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and other prescription medications, with an autopsy showing "no signs of trauma."
  • Having ruled the death accidental, the Greenville Police announced it has "concluded its investigation" with no criminal charges filed, ending the local inquiry.
  • The Drug Enforcement Administration assisted in the investigation but stated it does not comment on specific cases to protect the "integrity of ongoing investigative work" regarding drug-related deaths.
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