Damien Harmon Believed to have Died from Asphyxia

KLFY, LA
05/11/06

An autopsy reveals new information on the death of a hub city man.

The man died after being apprehended by Lafayette police.

Preliminary results from the Lafayette Coroner's Office indicate Damien Harmon died as a result of asphyxia.

A plastic bag filled with what is believed to be marijuana was found lodged in Harmon's larynx.

Toxicology reports are pending as to the exact identity of the substance.

Harmon fled from police on Rue Royale Wednesday morning.

Officers say while chasing him, they saw Harmon swallow something.

Harmon died at the scene.