Death of Richard Simmons
Fitness guru Richard Simmons had traces of prescription drugs in his system when he died from blunt force traumatic injuries due to a fall. The manner of death was ruled as an accident.
Key Points
- Cause of death was sequelae of blunt force traumatic injuries due to a fall
- Prescription drugs found in his system were used to treat insomnia
- Death ruled as an accident
- Simmons was found unresponsive on his bedroom floor by his caretaker
Pros
- Autopsy report provides details about the cause of death
- Toxicology report showed no evidence of recreational drugs in his system
- Family spokesperson thanked everyone for their support
Cons
- Richard Simmons had traces of prescription drugs in his system
- He suffered from arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease
- He had a fall the evening before his death