# DEA joins investigation into actress Hayden Panettiere’s death, reports say

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- CNN, 2026-08-20 08:30 UTC
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- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/20/entertainment/dea-joins-investigation-hayden-panettieres-hnk?Date=20260820&Profile=CNN

> The DEA has joined the investigation into actress Hayden Panettiere’s death, The New York Times and ABC News reported, citing people familiar with the matter. CNN has sought comment from the agency, Greenville police and Panettiere’s representatives.

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