Richard Lynn Hogel, identified under Namus ID UCP152211, was found deceased on August 25, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The case was reported to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office under agency case number 2025-13574. Mr. Hogel’s death was discovered after a close friend, who maintained daily contact with him, became concerned when he failed to answer calls. Their last conversation occurred on August 23, 2025, at approximately 2000 hours. When the friend attempted to reach him again on August 24 at 1400 hours, there was no response, prompting further concern.
On August 25, 2025, at approximately 1600 hours, the friend went to Mr. Hogel’s apartment to check on him. Using a key, the friend entered and found Mr. Hogel unresponsive on the floor of his bedroom. Emergency services were immediately contacted, and Los Angeles Fire Department personnel responded to the scene. At 1646 hours, paramedics officially determined that Mr. Hogel was deceased. Authorities noted there were no signs of foul play or external trauma present at the time of discovery.
The case remains under the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, located at 1104 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, California. The agency can be contacted at 323-343-0512, and further information is available through their official website at me.lacounty.gov. As of now, Mr. Hogel’s remains are unclaimed, and the case continues to be documented as part of the county’s unclaimed persons registry.
Date Found: 08/25/2025
