DEA Steps In Following Hayden Panettiere's Untimely Death

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has officially joined the investigation into the tragic death of actress Hayden Panettiere, who passed away at the age of 36. The news was confirmed by sources to ABC News on Wednesday.

Panettiere, celebrated for her roles in "Heroes," "Nashville," and the "Scream" franchise, was found dead in a South Carolina apartment on Sunday. While the Greenville County Coroner’s Office has not yet determined the cause of death, preliminary reports mentioned discussions of an “overdose” and “cardiac arrest” during the 911 call.

The actress had been candid about her battles with addiction, which she detailed in her recent memoir, "This Is Me: A Reckoning." The DEA's involvement comes as part of a broader trend, having previously collaborated on investigations into celebrity deaths, including that of Matthew Perry.

Source: www.hollywoodreporter.com