Denis Buchanan Ridley, identified under Namus ID UCP152319, was discovered deceased on September 28, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. He had been residing at a convalescent home at the time of his passing. In the days leading up to his death, specifically on September 26 and September 27, staff observed him “shaking” during the administration of his nighttime medications. Despite being offered medical attention, he declined assistance. This detail suggests that he may have been experiencing health complications, though he chose not to pursue immediate care.
On the morning of September 28, 2025, at approximately 0730 hours, nursing staff found Mr. Ridley unresponsive in his bed after he failed to appear for breakfast. Efforts to revive him began immediately, with a nurse performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation for about 15 minutes. Emergency services were contacted, and the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene. Paramedics ultimately pronounced him deceased at 0757 hours. The last confirmed observation of him alive occurred earlier that same day, around midnight, when a nurse noted he was sleeping and breathing normally.
The case was taken under the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, located at 1104 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, California. The agency, which can be contacted at 323-343-0512, recorded the matter under case number 2025-15330. As of now, Denis Buchanan Ridley remains an unclaimed person, with official documentation and investigation continuing under the oversight of the Medical Examiner’s office.
Date Found: 09/28/2025
