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East County News Service
August 8, 2023 (El Cajon) -- 
A 58-year-old man was found dead in his room at the El Cajon Inn & Suites motel this morning by an employee who called 911. The worker entered the room to check on the welfare of the guest, who had not been seen for several days.
El Cajon Police and fire personnel responded and confirmed the death.
“During the investigation, drugs and drug paraphernalia were found and it appears the man died of an overdose,” says Lt. Jeremiah Larson with ECPC. The Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
The man was staying at the motel under the Equus voucher program for the homeless, funded by the County.
The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of his family.
Resources are available for those experiencing addiction. For help with substance abuse:
San Diego County Access and Crisis Line – call 1(888)724-7240 to speak with a counselor.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health SAMHSA's National Helpline - 1 (800) 662-HELP (4357), or visit www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline.
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