Police Welfare Check Days Before Panettiere's Death

Los Angeles police officers conducted a welfare check at Hayden Panettiere's West Hollywood condo on August 9th, approximately one week before her death. The call came from someone concerned that Panettiere had become unresponsive to calls from friends. Officers spoke with Panettiere, who confirmed she was feeling sick but was otherwise okay, and no report was filed. This incident reportedly occurred shortly after a hospitalization. A source indicated Panettiere's boyfriend, Brian Hickerson, answered the door during the check. Neighbors had previously been instructed to call 911 if Hickerson was seen on the property. Panettiere tragically passed away on August 16th in South Carolina due to an accidental overdose involving fentanyl and other drugs. The DEA is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.