Aaron Carter, a singer and rapper, accidentally drowned in his bathtub due to a combination of sedatives and inhalants.
Aaron Carter's Death
The autopsy report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner revealed the cause of death.
Aaron Carter's Death
Sheriff's deputies had visited Carter's house for a welfare check after he was seen and heard inhaling an inhalant on an Instagram live video.
Aaron Carter's Death
The autopsy found the sedative alprazolam and compressed gas difluoroethane in his system.
Aaron Carter's Death
Carter had a history of substance abuse and multiple interactions with local police.
Aaron Carter's Death
The report referred to him as a "celebrity with a known history of substance abuse."
Aaron Carter's Death
Carter's career peak came in 2000 with the triple-platinum album "Aaron's Party (Come Get It)."
Aaron Carter's Death
He appeared on television shows like "Lizzie McGuire," "House of Carters," and "Dancing With the Stars."
Aaron Carter's Death
In a 2019 episode of the talk show "The Doctors," Carter discussed his substance abuse issues and his medication for acute anxiety and bipolar disorder.
Aaron Carter's Death
Nick Carter, his brother and member of the Backstreet Boys, expressed hope that Aaron would eventually find the help he needed.