Former Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Kevin Johnson was found dead in a Los Angeles homeless encampment on Wednesday.
He was 55 years old.
Police found Johnson after responding to a report of an unconscious man. The former player was pronounced dead at the scene.
The coroner’s report listed the cause of death as “blunt head trauma” and “stab wounds,” and the manner of death was ruled a homicide, according to L.A. County Medical Examiner records.
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Authorities believe Johnson was living at the encampment and are searching for anyone who has information about the events that led to his death.
Those who knew Johnson best attribute his homelessness to a variety of health issues he faced in his middle years.
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