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Hayden Panettiere: Cause of Death Under Investigation
17 Aug
Summary
- Autopsy revealed no signs of trauma contributing to the death.
- First responders found the actress in cardiac arrest at her temporary residence.
- The investigation into the cause and manner of death is ongoing.
New details have emerged regarding the passing of actress Hayden Panettiere, who was found unresponsive in Greenville, South Carolina, on August 16. The Greenville County Coroner's Office confirmed an autopsy was completed, revealing no discovered trauma that would have contributed to her death. The cause and manner of death are currently pending further investigation and the completion of additional studies.
First responders were dispatched to Panettiere's temporary residence at approximately 1:51 p.m. on August 16, where they found her in cardiac arrest. Despite advanced life support measures initiated by Emergency Medical Services, resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful, and she was pronounced deceased at 2:32 p.m. The Greenville Police Department's preliminary investigation has not indicated any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances.
Panettiere, known for her roles in "Heroes" and the "Scream" franchise, had recently released a memoir detailing her struggles with addiction and growing up in the spotlight. She leaves behind an 11-year-old daughter, Kaya, with her former fiancé Wladimir Klitschko.
