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Martial Arts Star Dies After Doubling Unapproved Treatment
31 Oct
Summary
- Actor died from a fatal heart attack in March 2025.
- He had been injecting double the prescribed dose of peptides.
- Coroner linked death to peptide injections.
An Australian actor and martial artist, 75, tragically died in March 2025 following a heart attack. The coroner's report concluded his death was triggered by injecting peptides, specifically CJC1295 & Ipamorelin, at double the prescribed dosage. This marks a significant event, potentially being the first confirmed fatality in Australia linked to unapproved peptide use.
Norton had been recovering from shoulder surgery when he sought peptide therapy for fatigue and pain. Despite discussing the experimental nature and risks with his doctor, he admitted to administering double doses. His wife reported he collapsed after a second dose, leading to his hospitalization and subsequent death.
The coroner noted the doctor's errors in authorizing a replacement vial without checking patient records and failing to directly assess Norton for misuse or adverse effects. The doctor has accepted accountability and will no longer prescribe peptides. The report recommends stricter regulations on unapproved peptides.
