Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, was cremated at Rose Family Funeral Home following his death on September 20, according to a death certificate obtained by TMZ. His parents plan to keep his ashes at their home, as family and friends finalize plans for a private memorial service in the Southern California area within the week.
Investigation and Autopsy Status
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner has completed an autopsy, but the official cause and manner of death remain deferred pending toxicology test results, according to records viewed by Us. Law enforcement officials from the Santa Monica Police Department responded to an emergency call at 9:35 a.m. on September 20 at a luxury rehabilitation facility, where they discovered an unresponsive adult male. Audio from the 9:35 a.m. Santa Monica dispatch call revealed that responders initially classified the emergency as a cardiac arrest before upgrading the priority twice within five minutes, noting an overdose during the sequence.
Circumstances Inside the Facility
Sources close to the investigation told TMZ that Gerber had checked into the high-end treatment center the night before his death. Investigators found his body in a bedroom on September 20, noting that he was located near the bed rather than on it. While toxicology reports remain pending, sources familiar with the inquiry stated that fentanyl has not emerged as a primary focus of the active investigation.
Prescription Medication Questions
Following the release of the emergency dispatch details, sources close to the family told TMZ that a physician had previously prescribed ketamine to Gerber despite awareness of his documented history with substance abuse. While ketamine holds FDA-approved medical uses in certain clinical contexts, utilizing the substance to treat addiction is not an approved indication. Friends and associates expressed frustration regarding the prescription given his past struggles with drugs, panic attacks, and mental health challenges.
Support From Family and Friends
In the wake of the tragedy, close friends including actress Laura Dern and George Clooney have rallied around Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber, and their daughter, Kaia Gerber. Former partner Charlotte D’Alessio shared a public tribute on Instagram following the passing, writing that he deserved more time and life. Memorial arrangements are currently underway, with loved ones considering locations such as Forest Lawn and Malibu Presbyterian Church for the upcoming service.
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