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Brandon Clarke Cause of Death: NBA Forward Died from Accidental Overdose

Former NBA forward Brandon Clarke died from an accidental overdose of cocaine and heroin, according to findings released by medical examiners. Medical Examiner Findings on Brandon Clarke According to reports from outlets including BBC News, ESPN, and The…

Brandon Clarke Cause of Death: NBA Forward Died from Accidental Overdose

Former NBA forward Brandon Clarke died from an accidental overdose of cocaine and heroin, according to findings released by medical examiners.

Medical Examiner Findings on Brandon Clarke

According to reports from outlets including BBC News, ESPN, and The New York Times, the official coroner’s report determined that Clarke’s cause of death was the combined toxic effects of cocaine and heroin. Investigators ruled the death accidental. The findings provide definitive closure regarding the physical cause of the former Memphis Grizzlies player’s passing after weeks of speculation following initial news reports by publications such as People.com and PennLive.com.

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