July 9, 2025 – The County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner (DME) determined the cause of death for 46-year-old Lucrecia Macias Barajas and 39-year-old Fredy Pojoy Sajqui as the effects of fentanyl and methamphetamine. The manner of death is accident.
Both Ms. Macias Barajas and Mr. Pojoy Sajqui were found unresponsive inside a tent on May 12 in downtown Los Angeles near Miramar St. and S. Beaudry Ave. Death was pronounced at 1930 hours by a paramedic with the Los Angeles Fire Department. Both decedents were transported to the DME for an examination.
A deputy medical examiner completed the examinations on May 14. The deputy medical examiner observed evidence of animal activity to Ms. Macias Barajas, noting it occurred after death. The cause and manner of death for both decedents were certified July 9.
The Medical Examiner reports will be released at a later date. Media representatives interested in receiving a copy of the reports should email PRA@me.lacounty.gov if a request was not previously submitted. All other requests for the reports must be submitted online:
- Ms. Macias Barajas: Case Detail – County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner (2025-07921)
- Mr. Pojoy Sajqui: Case Detail – County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner (2025-07931)
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