Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley 's cause of death has reportedly been determined nearly a month after his death at 74 years old .

According to a report prepared by New Jersey's Morris County medical examiner's office, which was obtained by TMZ and People , Frehley's Oct. 16 death was ruled an accident.

The cause was blunt trauma injuries to his head due to a fall, the outlets reported.

USA TODAY has reached out to the medical examiner's office for comment.

A week before his death, on Oct. 7, Frehley canceled his remaining tour dates for 2025, citing "ongoing medical issues." The announcement came shortly after he was hospitalized for what was characterized as a "minor fall" in his studio. Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!

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