Presley Gerber's death being investigated as 'a suspected overdose': police

27‑Year‑Old Model Presley Gerber Found Dead in Santa Monica; Investigation Ongoing

Presley Gerber, the 27‑year‑old son of supermodels Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber and the older brother of model‑actress Kaia Gerber, was discovered deceased in Santa Monica on Sunday, Sept. 20. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner (DME) has not yet determined a cause or manner of death, citing that the case remains “deferred” and that additional testing is pending.

Discovery and Police Response

At about 9:35 a.m. on Sept. 20, Santa Monica Police officers responded to a report of a possible overdose. Upon arrival, they found a male adult who was already deceased. The department has classified the death as a suspected overdose but has found no evidence of foul play. Police officials stated that the investigation is still ongoing and that limited information is available at this time.

Medical Examiner’s Statement

A deputy medical examiner performed an examination on the Sunday and classified the cause and manner of death as “deferred.” According to the DME, this designation indicates that further testing and studies are needed before a final determination can be made. The department declined to disclose the specific tests requested, noting that such information cannot be released while the investigation remains active. “Deferred cases can take a few months before a cause of death is determined,” the DME said.

Family Response

Cindy Crawford’s representative released a statement expressing the family’s request for privacy during this difficult and painful time. The family has not provided additional comments, and no official family spokesperson has spoken to the press about the circumstances surrounding Presley’s death.

Background on Presley Gerber

Presley Gerber grew up in the public eye as the only son of two high‑profile celebrities. He was known for his modeling work and had also appeared in a handful of television appearances. In recent years, Gerber was open about his struggles with mental health, sharing his experiences on social media and in interviews.

Next Steps

The Santa Monica Police Department has declared the case open. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner will ultimately publish an official cause and manner of death once all testing and investigations are complete. In the meantime, authorities are withholding additional details, and no foul play has been indicated.

The community and fans of the Gerber family await further updates as the investigation progresses.