Overview
- Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed the death of James Dear, 23, with the cause deferred pending autopsy and toxicology results.
- The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a medical call at 11:40 a.m. on Feb. 22 and found him deceased at a friend’s Los Angeles residence before notifying police.
- The LAPD established a crime scene and says the investigation remains active, including the possibility of foul play, with no suspects named.
- His grandparents told TMZ they are suspicious and say his wallet was found emptied, while separate reports of bruising have not been verified by authorities.
- Manager Kayla G announced his passing on social media as tributes highlighted his role in pioneering sigilkore and his gold-certified 2021 hit “BodyPartz,” which led to an Atlantic Records deal.