The news surrounding Lil Jon and his late son, Nathan Smith, has taken a heartbreaking turn. Weeks ago, a devastating discovery near the family’s home left many with unanswered questions. Now, new details have surfaced shedding light on what really happened.
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Autopsy Confirms Accidental Drowning, Drugs Present
According to an autopsy report obtained by PEOPLE, the Fulton County Medical Examiner has determined Nathan Smith’s cause of death to be “drowning in the setting of psilocybin use,” and the manner of death has officially been ruled an accident. Authorities state that less than a month after a body believed to be Smith’s was discovered in a retention pond on Friday, Feb. 6, toxicology results revealed the presence of psilocybin in his system. The report describes psilocybin as a pharmacologically active hallucinogenic compound commonly found in hallucinogenic mushrooms.
Under the pathologic diagnosis, officials confirmed that Smith’s body was recovered from a retention pond near the family home. The report also noted signs consistent with water immersion, including wrinkling of the hands. The findings close a chapter filled with speculation, officially classifying the tragic incident as accidental.
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Roommates Weigh In On Tragic News
Roommates wasted no time flooding TSR’s Instagram comment section with reactions as news spread. Many called the situation heartbreaking and sent heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family, while others shared their own experiences with mushrooms and how unpredictable the effects can be. A few commenters also urged people to stay away from drugs altogether, saying the tragedy should serve as a sobering reminder.
One Instagram user @moorehouseclick said, “Rest in peace cuz😞”
This Instagram user @jeezy24k added, “Them psychedelics is not a joke, my prayers to him and his family 🙏🏿”
And, Instagram user @chioma.jpeg wrote, “Life is so fragile. Hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight.“
Meanwhile, Instagram user @kweenjalai shared, “...Such a terrible tragedy and I pray for their healing 🙏🏾”
While Instagram user @rebel_redbone said, “Those shrooms had me crying about things that happened 2 decades ago 😩 TAKE RESPONSIBLY 🫶🏼”
Lastly, Instagram user @donkgeneralmerchant wrote, “Stay away from anything drugs guys“
Here’s What We Know About His Passing
Earlier this month, Milton police confirmed that a body recovered Friday from a pond near the family’s home has been identified as Nathan, weeks after he was first reported missing. Authorities were initially called to the Baldwin Drive area on the morning of February 3 regarding a missing adult, noting that he had left his residence under unusual circumstances, which sparked an immediate search involving multiple agencies.
Following the tragic discovery, Lil Jon honored his son as an “amazingly talented young man” — a music producer, artist, engineer, and NYU graduate. The rapper shared that he takes comfort in knowing he always expressed his love for him and also thanked the Milton Police Department for their dedicated efforts.
