GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) — Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead at a Greenville apartment complex Sunday afternoon, according to the Greenville Police Department.
Officers and EMS personnel responded at approximately 1:51 p.m. to Judson Mill Lofts, located at 701 Easley Bridge Road, following a report of an unresponsive female. Medical assistance was administered at the scene, but Panettiere was pronounced dead.
At this time, the cause and manner of her death are unknown.
Though the reason for Panettiere’s presence in Greenville is unknown at this time, her “Nashville” co-star Charles Esten performed a leg of his Carolina Tour at The Foundry at Judson Mill on Friday night.
Investigation underway
The Greenville Police Department is conducting an investigation in conjunction with the Greenville County Coroner’s Office. Preliminary findings have not indicated any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances, police said.
An acquaintance of Panettiere placed the 911 call, according to authorities.
No additional details are available for release at this time.
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