Lucy-Bleu Knight, the 25-year-old stepdaughter of Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, left behind a poignant suicide note and warning for first responders before her untimely death on July 19, 2024.

According to Fox News, the full autopsy report released by the County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner's office on September 10, 2024, revealed the tragic circumstances surrounding Knight's passing.

The report disclosed that Knight died from hydrogen sulfide toxicity, with the manner of death ruled as suicide. In a heart-wrenching detail, investigators found a packet of suicide notes left by Knight in the main room of her residence.

Additionally, she had placed a sign warning emergency personnel of the presence of toxic gas in the bathroom where she was discovered.

Mental Health Struggles And Previous Hospitalizations

Knight's family reported that she had been grappling with mental health issues, including hallucinations and paranoia, though she had not received a specific diagnosis.

In the year leading up to her death, Knight had been hospitalized twice on 5150 holds, which are typically used for individuals deemed to be a danger to themselves or others due to mental illness.

Despite these struggles, Knight had no prior suicide attempts, according to her family. However, they were aware that she had experienced suicidal ideations. The young woman had been under the care of doctors for her mental health concerns at the time of her passing.

The autopsy report noted that Knight had apparently sealed the bathroom using blue tape, likely in an attempt to contain the toxic gas she had created. Investigators believe she mixed multiple chemicals to produce hydrogen sulfide, a gas described by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as "colorless, flammable, and highly toxic."

Remembering Lucy-Bleu Knight's Creative Spirit

Slash, the renowned guitarist of Guns N' Roses, announced Knight's death on social media on July 21, 2024, two days after her passing.

In his heartfelt statement, he said:

Lucy-Bleu Knight (December 6, 1998), beloved daughter of Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight, stepdaughter of Samantha Somers Knight and Slash, sister of Scarlet Knight, stepsister of London and Cash Hudson, passed away peacefully in Los Angeles, CA on July 19, 2024.

The musician went on to describe his stepdaughter's vibrant personality and talents:

Lucy-Bleu was an incredibly talented artist, a passionate dreamer, and a charming, lovable, sweet soul.

Knight was born on December 6, 1998, to Meegan Hodges and Mark Knight. Slash, whose real name is Saul Hudson, had been in a relationship with Hodges since 2015, considering Lucy-Bleu, his stepdaughter, despite not being legally married to Hodges.

Conclusion

Lucy-Bleu Knight's tragic death at the age of 25 has shed light on the importance of mental health awareness and support. She left behind a final social media post hours after her death was announced, which appeared to express regret and apologies for past actions. The loss of this young, creative soul serves as a somber reminder of the ongoing struggles many face with mental health issues and the critical need for accessible support and treatment options.