Richard Simmons’ death under investigation, Los Angeles police say

No foul play suspected, but case won't be closed until cause of death established by medical examiner's investigation

The sudden death of fitness icon Richard Simmons is under investigation by the medical examiner, according to the Los Angeles police department (LAPD).

No foul play is suspected, but the police case will not be closed until a formal cause of death is established by the medical examiner's investigation, which could take several weeks as lab tests are conducted.