HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., Dec. 29 (UPI) -- Avenged Sevenfold drummer Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan has died of apparent natural causes in his Huntington Beach, Calif., home, officials said. He was 28.
KTLA-TV, Los Angeles, reported an autopsy to determine the exact cause of the rocker's death is scheduled Tuesday.
Sullivan was discovered unresponsive at his home Monday, KTLA said.
"It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy 'The Rev' Sullivan," his band said in a message posted on its Web site Monday. "Jimmy was not only one of the world's best drummers, but more importantly he was our best friend and brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy's family and we hope you will respect their privacy during this difficult time."
