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Yahoo
20-02-2025
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- Yahoo
The Sad, Unexpected Cause of Journalist Chauncy Glover's Death Revealed
Last November, award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover was found unresponsive in his Los Angeles home. He was pronounced dead shortly after by fire department personnel. A deputy medical examiner conducted an examination just a day after Glover's his cause of death has been revealed. On Wednesday (Feb. 19), the medical examiner's office released a statement explaining that Glover's death was caused by 'acute intoxication by the combined effects of chloroethane and methamphetamine.' According to the Environmental Protection Agency, chloroethane (also known as ethyl chloride) is a colorless gas that is used as a solvent, topical anesthetic and in the manufacture of chemicals and pharmaceuticals. The manner in which he died was officially ruled an accident. The full report could be ready by the end of March, the statement said. How Glover came into contact with chloroethane remains unknown. The late journalist was originally from Alabama and joined CBS News' Los Angeles affiliate KCAL in 2023. Prior to that, he made history by becoming the first main Black male anchor at KTRK in Houston. Glover worked for stations in Detroit, Jacksonville and Columbus. He also founded the Chauncy Glover Project, a mentoring program to 'encourage and empower young men to be strong, confident and moral leaders of society.' After his death, Glover's family said he was 'more than a son and brother - he was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community' and that 'Chauncy's compassion and dedication to helping countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams.' The family also requested privacy as they mourned. 'While we grieve this profound loss, we are comforted by the outpouring of love and memories shared by those who knew Chauncy as the passionate, gifted soul he was taken from us far too soon but his impact will be felt forever,' they wrote. Glover studied Broadcast Journalism, Music and Theatre at Troy University. He was also the recipient of three Emmys. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
NBC News
20-02-2025
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- NBC News
L.A. TV news anchor Chauncy Glover's death ruled accidental
Los Angeles television news anchor Chauncy Glover's death last year was accidental, the county medical examiner's office announced. Glover, a news anchor at KCAL, died of "acute intoxication" from methamphetamine and chloroethane, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office said in a statement, noting that both the cause and manner of death were accidental. Chloroethane is a "colorless gas at room temperature and pressure" that is used to numb skin before medical procedures and also has uses in the manufacturing of several commercial products, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Chloroethane is also sometimes used as a recreational drug. Glover, 39, died unexpectedly in November. He was found unresponsive at his home on Nov. 5 and was pronounced dead at 12:40 a.m., the medical examiner's office said. His family announced the news in a statement to KCAL at the time, writing: "He was more than a son and brother — he was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community." At KCAL, Glover co-anchored the 5 and 11 p.m. newscasts with Pat Harvey, and the 8 and 10 p.m. newscasts with Suzie Suh. He joined the anchor team in October 2023. Before his stint at KCAL, Glover was the first Black male main anchor for KTRK in Houston, where he was on the air for eight years, according to KCAL. He also founded the Chauncy Glover Project, a mentoring program created to help develop "inner-city teenage boys into upstanding and accomplished gentlemen," its website says. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's full report on Glover's death should be ready by the end of March, the office said.
USA Today
20-02-2025
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- USA Today
Los Angeles TV anchor Chauncy Glover's cause of death revealed
Hear this story A cause of death for TV journalist Chauncy Glover, who died in November at the age of 39, has been released. The Los Angeles-based anchor died of "acute intoxication" stemming from a combination of chloroethane and methamphetamine, according to online records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reviewed by USA TODAY. The manner of death was ruled an accident. Chloroethane, also known as ethyl chloride, exists as a colorless gas at room temperature and a liquid when stored in pressurized containers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Once used in leaded gasoline, the chemical compound is also known for its uses in the production of dyes, medicinal drugs and certain anesthetics. Per the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, inhalation exposure to chloroethane can cause temporary feelings of drunkenness, while higher levels can lead to a lack of muscle coordination and unconsciousness. The medical examiner's full report is expected to be released at the end of March, according to a Wednesday press release. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Glover, best known for his work at KCAL/CBS Los Angeles and ABC station KTRK in Houston, died on Nov. 5, 2024. In a statement at the time, Glover's family remembered the Emmy-winning journalist as a "beacon of light" and a "true hero." Glover joined KCAL in October 2023 after anchoring the Houston station for eight years, according to his CBS Los Angeles biography. The Athens, Alabama, native also anchored in Jacksonville, Florida, and Detroit. It was an incident in the latter city, where he witnessed a teen die from gun violence, that inspired him to start his namesake youth mentoring program, The Chauncy Glover Project. "Chauncy's compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through the Chauncy Glover Project, changed countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams," Glover's family wrote. "His talent, warmth, and vision left an imprint on everyone who knew him, and the world is dimmer without him." Chauncy Glover dies:Emmy-winning LA TV anchor was 39 The Houston-based project has gone on to help send 350 young men to college and mentor more than 1,000 boys. "Chauncy's dedication to mentorship and his commitment to uplifting young people will forever be a part of his legacy," the mentorship program said in a statement. Glover made a similar impact in the world of journalism. Shortly after his death, the anchor's KCAL colleagues Dani Ruberti, Pat Harvey, Juan Fernandez and Suzie Suh mourned his loss on air. "He just had this way of making people feel so loved and so special, like he walks in the room, and you could just feel his heart," Ruberti said.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
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News Anchor Chauncy Glover's Cause of Death Revealed Involving Meth
Originally appeared on E! Online New details are being uncovered about Chauncy Glover's death. Over three months after his untimely passing, the Los Angeles news anchor's cause of death has been determined as "acute toxication by the combined effects of chloroethane and methamphetamine," the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner shared in a Feb. 19 press release. The medical examiner also said that Glover's manner of death was an accident, though the release did not state how he came into contact with chloroethane—a chemical found in medicinal drugs that are often used as a treatment for sports injuries and as the numbing solvent placed on skin ahead of medical procedures, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)—or methamphetamine, the highly addictive stimulant drug known as "meth." Noting that the full autopsy report will be available in early March, the release added, "A deputy medical examiner completed an examination on November 6, 2024, and, after the return of relevant tests and studies, the cause and manner of death were certified February 19." More from E! Online OnlyFans Model Lily Phillips Announces Pregnancy After Having Sex With 100 Men in a Day Midair Aircraft Collison at Arizona Airport Leaves at Least 2 People Dead Nikki Garcia's Ex Artem Chigvintsev Says Domestic Violence Arrest 'Completely Ruined' His Life Glover was found unresponsive in his home on Nov. 5 and was pronounced dead by fire department personnel shortly after. He was 39. Following his passing, the Emmy-winning journalist's family spoke out on their devastating loss. "He was more than a son and brother," the family said in a joint Nov. 6 statement to KCAL. "He was a beacon of light in our lives and a true hero to his community." Their message went on to reflect on his charitable work outside of the newsroom, including through The Chauncy Glover Project, a mentorship program he created for young men in underserved communities. "Chauncy's compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through the Chauncy Glover Project, changed countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams," his family continued. "His talent, warmth, and vision left an imprint on everyone who knew him, and the world is dimmer without him." They added, "We kindly ask for privacy as we mourn and honor his incredible legacy. He was taken from us far too soon, but his impact will be felt forever." For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
Yahoo
19-02-2025
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- Yahoo
KCAL journalist Chauncy Glover's cause of death revealed, ruled an accident
Emmy-winning news anchor Chauncy Glover died with drugs in his system and his death has been ruled an accident, according to the County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner. The medical examiner's office confirmed Wednesday in a statement that the 39-year-old's death was caused by "acute intoxication by the combined effects of chloroethane and methamphetamine." The manner of his death was listed as an accident. Glover was found unresponsive in his home on Nov. 5 and was pronounced dead by fire department personnel at 12:40 a.m., the agency said. A deputy medical examiner completed an examination the following day, and, after running relevant tests and studies, the cause and manner of Glover's death were certified Wednesday. The medical examiner's report is expected to be ready by the end of March, the statement said. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control says chloroethane, which is also called ethyl chloride, is a colorless gas with a sharp odor that can also exist as a quick-evaporating liquid. It is used as a solvent, refrigerant, topical anesthetic and in the manufacture of dyes, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, as well as a medication to alleviate pain associated with insect burns and stings, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. It is not yet clear how Glover came into contact with the chemical. Read more: Chauncy Glover, KCAL-TV anchor and mentor for Black youths, dies at 39 The Alabama-born journalist joined the KCAL News team — CBS News' Los Angeles affiliate — in October 2023 and co-anchored the 5 and 11 p.m. newscasts with Pat Harvey and the 8 and 10 p.m. newscasts with Suzie Suh. Before that, Glover spent eight years as the first main Black male anchor at KTRK in Houston and also reported for stations in Columbus, Ga.; Jacksonville, Fla.; and Detroit. At the time of his death, his family did not reveal circumstances surrounding the incident but released a statement acknowledging his impact on the communities he served through his journalism and philanthropy. 'Chauncy's compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through the Chauncy Glover Project, changed countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams,' the family said at the time. 'His talent, warmth and vision left an imprint on everyone who knew him, and the world is dimmer without him.' Glover founded the Houston-based Chauncy Glover Project, a hands-on mentoring program, to "encourage and empower young men to be strong, confident and moral leaders of society." A statement from CBS Stations at the time described Glover as 'a bright light' and said thoughts were with his family. Times staff writer Clara Harter contributed to this report. Sign up for Screen Gab, a free newsletter about the TV and movies everyone's talking about from the L.A. Times. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
