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Coroner Rules Dan Rivera’s Death Natural, Confirms Annabelle Was Not Present

The finding cites his known cardiac history, dispelling claims that the artifact played any role.

The "Annabelle" doll on display in the Warren Occult Museum in Connecticut.
Annabelle Doll.
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Overview

  • Adams County Coroner Francis Dutrow said on Sept. 4 that autopsy results showed a cardiac-related cause and ruled the death natural.
  • Pennsylvania State Police reported nothing unusual or suspicious at the Gettysburg hotel, where the 54-year-old was found by staff.
  • Rivera, a senior investigator with the New England Society for Psychic Research on the Devils on the Run exhibit, had told colleagues he felt ill before returning to his room.
  • NESPR and peers issued memorials, and colleagues now say they will continue select tour appearances, including this weekend’s Maine Paranormal Convention and an October stop at ScareFest in Kentucky.
  • Entertainment reporting notes The Conjuring: Last Rites includes a dedication to Rivera, and separate coverage highlights new custodianship of the Warrens’ collection by Matt Rife and Elton Castee.