
According to the initial police investigation, the decedent had a long history of narcotics use beginning at approximately age 12, and was found by his grandmother on December 26, 1996, 06:50 A.M., kneeling next to his bed with his head on the bed.  On top of the T.V., in clear view, were a syringe, spoon, steel wool, clear capsule, clear baggie, cup of water, and matches.

Fire rescue responded, found the descedent with no vital signs, and pronounced him.

The decedent's Medical history contains a visit to Jackson Memorial Hospital Emergency Room on July 20, 1987 for abdominal pain.  Plenty of fluids and Tylenol or aspirin for pain were perscribed.



                               *** REFILED ON APRIL 4, 1997 ***  (BAR) 