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Preliminary blood tests showed “signs of drugs” in Anne Heche’s system as her family said she “couldn’t survive” after the train crash that left her comatose.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) said additional testing is needed to rule out any substances used in the hospital.
It comes as LAPD spokesman Matthew Cruz confirmed the crash is being investigated as a felony driving under the influence (DUI) collision.
He added that preliminary blood tests “have shown signs of narcotics”.
Law enforcement sources told popular news site TMZ that Heche was found under the influence of cocaine at the time of the crash.
The sources added that Fentanyl was also found in the 53-year-old’s blood, but further tests are needed to determine if it was in her system prior to the collision. are not.
Strong opiates were sometimes used as a pain reliever in hospitals and therefore may have been used as part of her therapy.
Heche suffered burns and significant lung damage after crashing into a two-story home in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles on the morning of Friday, August 5.
She remained comatose in critical condition at the hospital a week later.
Heche’s family released a statement on Thursday saying the actress is on temporary life support.
“Unfortunately, due to her accident, Anne Heche suffered a severe traumatic brain injury and remains in a coma, in critical condition. She is not expected to survive,” the statement read.
“Her organ donation was selected long ago and she is on life support to determine if it is possible.”
Heche’s car caught fire after the collision. Photo: NBCLA
The statement added: “Anne has a big heart and touches everyone she meets with her generous spirit.
“More than her extraordinary talent, she considers spreading kindness and joy her life’s work – especially working with needles to accept the one she loves.
“She will be remembered for her brave honesty and beloved for her light.”
Photos and video obtained by TMZ after the incident show Heche driving a blue Mini Cooper, which was later badly damaged at the scene.
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) said the vehicle “went on fire” after it crashed into the property.
It took 59 firefighters 65 minutes to reach, contain and completely extinguish the flames inside the badly damaged structure, LAFD reports.
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Anne Heche: Car crashes into house
Heche is a former partner of American talk show host Ellen DeGeneres – the couple began dating in 1997 before separating in 2000 – and is known for films such as Donnie Brasco, Cedar Rapids and Sessions. Psycho’s 1998 remake.
In an updated press release on Thursday, the LAPD confirmed an investigation is underway into the incident.
“At approximately 10:55 a.m. on August 5, 2022, a vehicle driven by Anne Heche collided with a home in the 1700 block of Walgrove Avenue,” the report states.
“Heche was critically injured, was medically treated by the Los Angeles Fire Department and then taken to a local hospital where she is still receiving medical care.
“As part of the investigation, westbound traffic detectives prepared a warrant for a blood sample from Heche, which is common practice for a case this way.”
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The statement added: “This incident remains an active and ongoing investigation and is currently in the process of gathering additional evidence; including final toxicology results and the medical records of both two parties involved.
“It is the intent of Detectives to present this case to the appropriate prosecutor’s office: the Los Angeles County District Attorney or the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office after all pertinent evidence has been obtained. .”
