The music industry has been mourning the untimely death of Aaron Carter since November of last year. The talented singer was only 34 years old when he was found unconscious in his bathtub in his home in Lancaster, California. After five months of waiting, the cause of death has finally been revealed.
According to the autopsy report released by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office on April 18, Aaron Carter died of suffocation due to inhaling a combination of drugs and gas. The drugs found in his system included Alprazolam, commonly known as Xanax, which is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. However, it is highly addictive and can cause respiratory depression if overdosed. Additionally, traces of the flammable gas difluoroethane were also found in his system.
The report also stated that there were multiple factors that contributed to Carter’s death, with drowning being the primary cause of death and drug and gas inhalation being the secondary cause. His death has been ruled as an accident.
Aaron Carter had been struggling with his mental health for several years and had publicly spoken about his issues with anxiety and depression. In a 2019 interview, he revealed that he had been diagnosed with multiple personality disorder, schizophrenia, and acute anxiety.
Carter rose to fame as a child star and was known for his hit songs such as “I Want Candy” and “Aaron’s Party (Come Get It)”. Despite his success, he had been embroiled in controversy in recent years, including DUI arrests and personal struggles with his health and finances.
The tragic death of Aaron Carter has left his family, friends, and fans in shock. The music industry has lost yet another talented artist, and his passing serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking help for mental health issues.
