Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday, with authorities investigating his death as a suspected overdose.
The Santa Monica Police Department said officers received a report of a possible overdose at around 9:35 am local time. When officers arrived at the reported location, they found a man dead.
Police said detectives are investigating the death as a suspected overdose and that there is currently no indication of foul play. The investigation remains ongoing.
Online records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office indicate that Gerber died at a rehabilitation facility.
What Caused Presley Gerber’s Death?
The official cause and manner of Gerber’s death have not yet been determined.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner completed an examination on Monday but said additional tests and studies are required before a final determination can be made.
The medical examiner’s office has not disclosed details of the tests, citing the ongoing investigation.
While police are investigating a suspected overdose, that has not been confirmed as the official cause of death.
What Did The 911 Call Reveal?
A 911 call reportedly described a cardiac arrest involving Gerber. However, details from the emergency call do not establish the underlying cause of his death.
The medical examiner’s findings will ultimately determine the official cause and manner of death once the required testing is completed.
Presley Gerber’s Family Requests Privacy
Gerber’s family has asked for privacy following his death.
In a statement, the family requested “privacy during this very difficult and painful time.”
Gerber, who followed his mother Cindy Crawford into modelling, had also been open about aspects of his personal life and struggles with mental health.
His death has prompted an outpouring of reactions from fans and those who knew him, while authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
The case remains under investigation, and further information is expected as police and the medical examiner’s office complete their work.
