How did Ron Sexton die? Comedian who was found 'blue' in hotel room had blood alcohol level of .202
COLUMBUS, OHIO: Beloved comedian Ron Sexton was tragically found "blue" and "naked" in his hotel room on Friday, July 21. The Hamilton County coroner in Ohio has reportedly determined that his cause of death was a fentanyl and alcohol overdose, as per The Sun.
The comedian, who played the much-loved character Donnie Baker on 'The Bob and Tom Morning' radio show, was discovered dead while touring and presenting his Donnie Baker stand-up routine.
A friend reportedly alerted the police when Sexton failed to show up for a meeting before his scheduled show in Dayton, Ohio, in July.
The Harrison police department immediately launched an investigation into his untimely death.
The comedian's wife Tracey was classified as his next of kin in the records while his alleged mistress was also named on the report as an OIV, which is police jargon for offender/involved/victim.
What was Ron Sexton's cause of death?
Ron's death had stunned his family and listeners, and many thought it was strange.
According to early accounts, Sexton may have had a severe heart attack, and his management later verified this. There is no evidence to suggest any foul play in his death.
Coroner's statement
But as per the recent update from The Sun, the coroner's office stated that 52-year-old Ron Sexton "died from the combined toxic effects of fentanyl and ethyl alcohol, which means he overdosed."
They added that the 52-year-old comedian had a blood alcohol level of .202 at the time of death and they are not aware of any active criminal investigations.
Ron is survived by his wife Tracey and their five children Eric, Alex, Abigail, Aliah, and Ila.