Actress Anne Heche died on August 11 after a serious car accident. The cause of death is now known. Coroners in Los Angeles announced that she died from smoke inhalation and burns.
The results of the autopsy were published on the coroner’s website, according to American media. The actress sustained serious injuries in the accident. According to the coroner’s report, she fractured her breastbone. More information on the circumstances of the accident is expected as more tests are conducted.
accident cost her her life
Anne Heche was in a coma for several days after her accident. The actress crashed her car into a house on August 5, after which the car caught fire. 59 firefighters fought the fire and were finally able to free Heche from the car.
The condition of the 53-year-old was critical. According to experts, she fought for her life but was eventually declared brain dead. On August 14, her life support was turned off.
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