Coroner rules: Michael Jackson Death Ruled a Homicide

AP Source: Coroner rules Jackson's death a homicide; tests reveal propofol, 2 other sedatives

Justin Pritchard,Thomas Watkins, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
LOS ANGELES - Michael Jackson's death has been ruled a homicide caused by a mix of drugs meant to treat insomnia, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press, while his personal doctor told investigators he was actually trying to wean the King of Pop off the powerful anesthetic that did him in.

Forensic tests found the anesthetic propofol combined with at least two sedatives to kill Jackson, according to the official, who spoke Monday on condition of anonymity because the findings have not been publicly released. Based on those tests, the Los Angeles County Coroner has ruled the death a homicide, the official said.

The coroner's homicide ruling does not necessarily mean a crime was committed. But it makes it more likely criminal charges will be filed against Dr. Conrad Murray, the Las Vegas cardiologist who was caring for the pop star when he died June 25 in a rented Los Angeles mansion.

Through his lawyer, Murray has said he administered nothing that "should have" killed Jackson.

Murray told investigators that Jackson stopped breathing about 10 minutes after he relented and finally gave in to his patient's demands for propofol around 10:40 a.m., following a nightlong regimen of sedatives that did not work, according to court documents unsealed Monday.

A search warrant affidavit unsealed in Houston, where Los Angeles police took materials from one of Murray's clinics last month as part of their manslaughter investigation, includes a detailed account of what detectives say Murray told them. Manslaughter is homicide without malice or premeditation.


Reports: Pop star Michael Jackson dies at 50

Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop," has died after suffering cardiac arrest at his Los Angeles home, according to multiple reports. The singer had been preparing for a major comeback after years of seclusion.

25/06/2009 6:34:31 PM

Michael Jackson announces he is set to play ten live concerts at the London O2 Arena in July, which he announced at a press conference at the London O2 Arena, Thursday, March 5, 2009. (AP / Joel Ryan)

Michael Jackson announces he is set to play ten live concerts at the London O2 Arena in July, which he announced at a press conference at the London O2 Arena, Thursday, March 5, 2009. (AP / Joel Ryan)

CTV.ca News Staff

A fire department official said Jackson was not breathing when paramedics arrived at his rented Bel Air mansion at 12:26 p.m., according to CNN-affiliate KTLA News.

Jackson, 50, was treated at UCLA Medical Center. But hospital officials were reportedly unable to revive him, according to ABC News, the Los Angeles Times and TMZ.

His death came as Jackson prepared for a major comeback next month, after years of seclusion. He was scheduled to perform 50 shows in London's O2 Arena, with the financial backing of two billionaires.

In recent years, Jackson had been the subject of endless tabloid headlines and financial difficulties. If his London shows had proved successful, he was expected to embark on a major world-wide tour.

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[Jamarda380]

before you begin to criticize someone jus because of what the media said you need to know the facts. Yes Mike dis have a ranch and invited little kids over to have fun and experience something he never did as a child. Michael Jackson started singing and became famous at the age of 5. Thats 95% of his life that has remained in the media eye. He never had a chance to experience a childhood and jus as parent would do for their child he wanted other children to experienece a life he never had

[Engenge2]

This music isnt good for such a guy that died. THAT HE WAS THE KING OF POP!!! RIP MICHEAL JACKSON WE WILL RMEMBER YOU ALWAYS!! :(

[tricksshomagic1]

THE CORONER DID NOT SAY IT WAS A HOMICIDE YOUR MAKING THAT SHIT UP THEY SAID HE TOOK 2 DIFFRENT KIND OF DRUGS AND THEY STOP HIS HEART. HE WAS A DRUG ADDIC

[tricksshomagic1]

BULL SHIT STOP BULL SHITING PEOPLE ON YOU TUBE IT WAS NO HOMICIDE THAT FUCKER OD ON DRUGS HE WAS A FUCKIN DRUG ADDIC

[armelix73]

Michael wished for some kind of meds, and he got them, that´s it! Leave him alone, he's dead now!!! RIP MICHAEL

[SuperRenata23]

have you heard the lastet on on Murray?? he has back to work!!! it has been 5 months since michael death and what ??, nothing! i really can't get it! this murder shouldn't work! how come the police is allowing him? janet jackson is very angry ! she said this asshole should be strip out of his medical duties! she is very right!

[SuperRenata23]

debbie rowe is piece of SHIT!! SHE IS NOT A BIOLOGICAL MOTHER TO MICHAEL JACKSON KIDS!! MICHAEL DIDN'T WANT HER IN THEIR LIFE! AND HE NEVER LOVED THIS WOMAN HE JUST WANTED HAVE KIDS THAT'S A FACT!! HIS KIDS DON'T KNOW THIS FAT COW! SO THEY DON'T NEED HER IN THEIR LIFE!! GET IT!

[SuperRenata23]

very good coment!! i agree with you!

[SuperRenata23]

so what has happened to the old officer??, to me the whole michael jackosn death an investigation stinks!!!!! something is very fishy! ih has been 5 months since michael jackosn death and nothing has been done!!!! it's very sad!

[SuperRenata23]

What  NEW OFFICER?? I DON'T THINK I UNDERSTAND YOU! MORE AN EXPLANATIONS PLEASE!!

[SuperRenata23]

YES THEY SHOULD SUE HIM LONG TIME AGO!! I'M VERY, VERY SUPRISED THAT HE HASN'T BEEN ARRESTED YET!! MICHAEL HAD GONE BECAUSE OF THIS ' smack! and he is a free MAN!