In the latest update on the shocking deaths of Hollywood star Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Reiner, thier son, Nick Reiner, is reportedly being questioned by the Los Angeles Police Department.
Nick Reiner being questioned in parent’s death case
According to reports on People, in the case that is being investigated by Robbery-Homicide Division, the screenwriter is being questioned in connection with the deaths of his parents. However, the report goes on to state that Police have made no arrests, and no one is currently in custody.While multiple sources close to the family told People that Nick killed his parents, law enforcement officials have not verified the claim.
Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner found dead by daughter
The couple’s bodies were found dead on Sunday, Dec. 14, inside their Los Angeles home, reportedly by their daughter, Romy Reiner. At about 3:30 pm, the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) responded to a call to the residence to provide medical aid, an LAFD spokesperson said.According to TMZ, investigators said the victims suffered lacerations consistent with knife wounds, prompting police to treat the case as an ‘apparent homicide’.
Michele and Rob Reiner’s family issue statement
News of the couple’s deaths were confirmed by the actor’s grieving family. They put out a statement that read, “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Michele and Rob Reiner. We are heartbroken by this sudden loss, and we ask for privacy during this unbelievably difficult time.”
Case still under investigation
While the LAPD’s Robbery Homicide Division is still investigating the ‘apparent homicide’, according to a report on PEOPLE, multiple sources who have spoken with family members allege that the couple was killed by their son, Nick. Nick has spoken openly about his long struggle with drug addiction. In a 2016 interview with PEOPLE, he revealed that his substance abuse began in his early teens and led to years of instability, including periods of homelessness and repeated stints in rehabilitation.DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know is struggling with any form of abuse, please seek support. Reach out to a mental health specialist, an NGO, or a trusted individual. Numerous helplines are also available to help.
