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The late Foo Fighters Hawkins drummer had drugs and medicines in his blood

The analysis revealed traces of marijuana, opioids, antidepressants and benzodiazepines. Forensic physicians continue to work to “fully clarify the circumstances that led to the (Hawkins) death,” the office added.

Shortly before his death, according to the AFP agency, the drummer complained of chest pain. The called doctor tried to revive him, but without success.

Hawkins was found dead at a hotel in Bogota, Colombia, where the group was to perform at a music festival. The concert was canceled, thousands of fans who came to it kept a minute of silence for the musician. The band also canceled another planned concert in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Taylor Hawkins

Photo: Al Wagner, CTK / AP

Hawkins has been with the Foo Fighters since 1997, when she replaced her original drummer William Goldsmith. The group Foo Fighters was formed in 1994 and performed several times in Prague.

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