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Elizabeth Laurel

39 years old · died February 13, 2023 · Santa Rita Jail, Alameda County, California

Elizabeth Laurel, 39, died on February 13, 2023, while held at Santa Rita Jail in Dublin, California. The Alameda County Coroner had not yet determined a cause of death. Two unnamed sources told KTVU her death may be related to a drug overdose. The Sheriff's Office said she was on withdrawal protocols for opioids and alcohol and that it does not suspect foul play.

Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined. Two unnamed sources told KTVU the death might be related to a drug overdose, while the Alameda County Coroner had not yet determined a cause.

Reported by: Alameda County Coroner (medical examiner or coroner); Alameda County Sheriff's Office (the agency that held her); two unnamed sources cited by KTVU (witnesses).

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