Matt Brown, star of Alaskan Bush People, has died at age 43, and an autopsy has confirmed his cause of death as suicide by a single gunshot wound.
According to the coroner’s report, methamphetamine was present in his system, and his body was found in the Okanogan River in Washington, where he was later recovered after an investigation began on May 27 following reports of a man entering the water.
His brother Bear Brown confirmed the news, saying the family had been struggling with Matt’s long history of addiction and mental health issues. He also asked the public for compassion and privacy during their grief, noting how online criticism had deeply affected Matt during his life.
Authorities continue to review the circumstances, but the official ruling is suicide. The family has since been released his remains and is making funeral arrangements.