Investigation Into Sudden Death
Presley Gerber, Son of Cindy Crawford, Dies at 27 in Santa Monica
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Santa Monica police said the response was to the 1000 block of Berkeley Street, the location of the rehabilitation facility.
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The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s examination took place on September 21, one day after Gerber’s death; officials said additional testing or studies were requested before a cause and manner could be determined.
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The term “deferred” does not mean the cause of death is unknowable; it indicates that the medical examiner needs further testing, including toxicology or other studies, before issuing a determination.
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A source cited by Page Six said police, ambulance and firefighters responded and remained at the scene for about three hours.
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Page Six reported that Gerber allegedly checked himself into the facility because “he knew he needed help,” according to a source close to the situation.
Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on September 20 at a Santa Monica rehabilitation facility. ENSTARZ reported that emergency responders were called to the facility after reports of cardiac arrest and a possible overdose. Paramedics pronounced Gerber dead at 9:45 a.m., just one day after he checked in for treatment.
Santa Monica police are investigating the death as a suspected overdose with no indication of foul play. PennLive reported that Cindy Crawford is reportedly "inconsolable" following her son's death. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office completed an examination but deferred determining the cause of death pending additional testing, including toxicology results.
Timeline of Events Leading to Death
Presley Gerber checked into the Santa Monica rehabilitation facility on September 19, seeking help for substance use issues. A source told Page Six that Gerber "knew he needed help" and checked himself in voluntarily. The following morning, emergency responders arrived at the 1000 block of Berkeley Street after reports of cardiac arrest and overdose. Police, paramedics, and firefighters remained at the scene for approximately three hours.
Medical Examiner Defers Cause Determination
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office conducted an examination on September 21, one day after Gerber's death. Officials deferred determining the cause and manner of death, meaning they need more information—not that the cause is unknowable. PennLive noted that toxicology tests and other laboratory studies were requested before a final determination could be made. An overdose has not been officially confirmed pending these results.
Family Responds to Tragic Loss
Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber were photographed leaving a Hollywood residence following their son's death. ENSTARZ reported this marked the first time the couple has been publicly seen since the tragedy. PennLive stated that Crawford is "beyond gutted" by the loss. The family has not released a public statement, though sources close to them describe them as grieving privately during this difficult time.
Investigation Remains Open
Santa Monica police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Gerber's death. Officers have found no evidence of foul play as of now. The final determination of cause and manner of death will not be released until all toxicology and laboratory results are complete. Authorities said they will provide updates once the medical examiner issues their official findings.
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