Andy Dick was discovered unconscious on concrete steps outside a Hollywood building Tuesday afternoon in what witnesses described as an apparent drug overdose.
The 59-year-old comedian was found slumped over in broad daylight, prompting immediate action from bystanders and friends who were present at the scene.
Several of Dick’s friends rushed to his aid upon discovering him in the distressed state, according to TMZ.
One witness was heard shouting for the comedian to “wake up” as others scrambled to call emergency services.
A quick-thinking individual at the scene called out for someone to obtain Narcan, a medication designed to reverse the effects of opioid overdoses.
The life-saving drug was administered to Dick while he remained on the ground, per reports.
Photographs from the incident show the comedian’s signature glasses lying on the pavement in front of him.
A beverage was also visible near where he lay as concerned individuals worked to revive him.
The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed they dispatched emergency responders to the location after receiving a call regarding an overdose involving a 59-year-old man. A department representative provided this information to media outlets.
However, the spokesperson indicated that the man in question was not transported to a hospital following the incident. The reason for this decision was not immediately made clear by officials.
The Los Angeles Police Department also sent officers to respond to the scene. Both emergency services agencies were present during the incident.
Questions remain about whether Dick declined medical treatment after regaining consciousness. No official statement has been released regarding his medical decisions following the emergency response.
The comedian has faced well-documented battles with substance abuse spanning multiple years.
His struggles with addiction have been public knowledge throughout his career in entertainment.
Dick’s history includes numerous encounters with law enforcement related to various incidents. These run-ins with police have occurred over an extended period of time.
Following the Tuesday incident, Dick spoke briefly that evening, confirming to the media that he is alive and doing well. He expressed relief about his current condition.
The comedian did not provide details about what transpired earlier in the day.
When asked to elaborate on the circumstances surrounding the incident, he reportedly declined to comment further.
