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Matthew Perry sadly died over the weekend, with his death now being investigated by robbery homicide police.
The 54-year-old former Friends star died on Saturday after he was found unconscious in his Los Angeles home. Emergency responders were called at 4:07pm after Matthew reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest. The Los Angeles Fire Department released a statement explaining that Matthew was found underwater in his jacuzzi but "repositioned" by his assistant.
As he was found underwater, he appeared to have drowned but no official cause of death has been made yet, as an initial autopsy was "deferred" while the state performs a toxicology report. It's now been revealed that robbery homicide cops are investigating his death, despite there being no signs of foul play.
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Matthew Perry's death is being investigated (Getty Images)Investigators said there were no illegal drugs were found at his home although prescription drugs were. It is standard procedure for the LAPD's Robbery Homicide Division to investigate high-profile cases including famous actors, according to TMZ.
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A spokesperson for the LAFD told The Mirror: "Los Angeles City Firefighters responded to the 18000 block of West Blue Sail Drive at 4:07 PM on October 28, 2023, to find an adult male unconscious in a stand-alone hot tub. A bystander had brought the man's head above the water and gotten him to the edge, then Firefighters removed him from the water upon their arrival.
"A rapid medical assessment, sadly, revealed the man was deceased prior to first responder arrival. The circumstances are under investigation by LAPD and the LA County Medical Examiner. We mourn with families and friends who lose a loved one unexpectedly."
He was found unresponsive at his home (AP)Following Matthew's tragic death, tributes have been pouring in for the star, including from his former Friends co-stars Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer and Lisa Kudrow. In a joint statement, they said: "We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family."
Sharing the statement with People, they added: "There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss. In time we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world."