# Panettiere death ruling still pending

> Greenville officials say Hayden Panettiere’s cause of death has not been released, despite national reports.
- Title: Panettiere death ruling still pending · Valleynewslive
- Summary: Greenville officials say Hayden Panettiere’s cause of death has not been released, despite national reports. The official ruling is still pending toxicology…
- Keywords: hayden panettiere, greenville, greenville county coroner, toxicology, death investigation, brian hickerson, zach hickerson, wild wing cafe, judson mill lofts, dea, news, local
- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/09/16/coroner-official-cause-hayden-panettieres-death-still-pending-despite-national-reports
- Published: 2026-09-16T00:43:01.113+00:00
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- Topics: hayden panettiere, greenville, greenville county coroner, toxicology, death investigation, brian hickerson, zach hickerson, wild wing cafe, judson mill lofts, dea, news, local
## Cause still pending
Greenville County officials say Hayden Panettiere’s official cause and manner of death are still under investigation while toxicology results are pending.

> We have not released anything at this time.
## Restaurant incident followed
Police were called to Wild Wing Cafe on Woodruff Road after a reported assault. Brian Hickerson was detained, then released with no charges.
## Brother was arrested
Zach Hickerson was arrested for disorderly conduct after police said he was intoxicated and shouted profanities in public. He was later released on bond.
## Statements urged patience
Panettiere’s representative said the investigation was ongoing. Brian Hickerson’s lawyer said police had reported no signs of foul play.

> Hayden’s death remains under investigation
## Found unresponsive at lofts
First responders were sent to Judson Mill Lofts on Aug. 16 after a report of an unresponsive woman. Panettiere was pronounced dead at 2:31 p.m.
## Multiple agencies remain involved
The coroner previously said Panettiere had no visible injuries or trauma. Greenville Police, the coroner’s office and the DEA are still investigating.

> no signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances
## Key takeaway

The official ruling is still pending toxicology, while police and coroner records say the case remains under active investigation.