The former player would have been murdered according to the coroner treating his case
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The former defensive lineman of the Philadelphia Eagles, Kevin Johnson, he died from “blunt force trauma to the head and stab wounds” at a homeless encampment, according to the medical examiner.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner reported that Johnson, 55, was pronounced dead Wednesday morning after being found unconscious. His death was classified as a homicide and is being investigated.
Kevin Johnsonwho was selected in the fourth draft round New England In 1993, he spent time with the Patriots, Minnesota y Oakland before joining the Eagles. He recorded 43 tackles, including seven sacks, and returned a fumble for a touchdown in two years with Philadelphia. He played 15 games for the Raiders in 1997. Johnson later played in the Arena Football League for Orlando and Los Angeles. The Los Angeles native played collegiately at Texas Southern.
Investigators believe Johnson had been living at the camp at the time of his death. Friends said Johnson had health problems late in his life that contributed to his situation.
