Jun 28 2009 04:50 AM ET

Michael Jackson: LAPD interviews personal physician; second autopsy reportedly completed

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In a statement released on Saturday night, the Los Angeles Police Department said that it had interviewed Michael Jackson’s personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, who was present when Jackson went into cardiac arrest before dying on Thursday. The statement reads as follows: “Dr. Conrad Murray, the physician who was with Michael Jackson at the time of his collapse, voluntarily contacted the Los Angeles Police Department. Detectives assigned to Robbery-Homicide Division met with Dr. Murray and conducted an extensive interview. Dr. Murray was cooperative and provided information which will aid the investigation.” A representative for Murray also released a statement, which noted that the doctor “helped identify the circumstances around the death of the pop icon and clarified some inconsistencies…. Investigators say the doctor is in no way a suspect and remains a witness to the tragedy.” A source told the Los Angeles Times that detectives found “no red flag” during their interview with Murray. 

In related news, a second autopsy on Michael Jackson has been completed by a private pathologist at the request of the Jackson family, the Times reports. Yesterday afternoon, Craig Harvey, spokesman for the L.A. County coroner’s office, announced at a press conference that although a three-hour autopsy of Jackson had been conducted, additional testing—including a toxicology screen—would be required to determine the cause of death. The process was expected to take four to six weeks. A second autopsy could provide the Jackson family with faster results. Harvey did state that the coroner’s office found no indication of foul play, and that Jackson had been using prescription medication.

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  • Stani

    Also see his **autopsy results** here, both pics and videos of the procedure at
    http://celebbnews.blogspot.com/
    You have to do a little survey then it takes you right to the autopsy files. Be strong… it’s kind of scary.

  • carol

    There’s only one legitimate place I’ve found to hear the 911 call, it’s over at http://jjpeg.com/watch28225.html and the autopsy report itself is over at http://jjpeg.com/file2018451.html for download if you wanna read it
    They make you do a little questionnaire to get into the site for some reason but it works so whatever

  • Fox Odoi-Oywelowo

    Michael Jackson stood to be counted when children were dying of famine in Africa. He had a blackband in all his appearances as a constant reminder of the less fortunate and suffering children. That is the true measure of heroism. He was not infallible but certainly heroic and that is all every fair minded person should expect of a human being. He served humanity very well and may he find Gods infinite mercy and forgiveness. He merits that too.

  • rufustfirefly

    Heroism; heroic. You keep using those words. I do not think they mean what you think they mean.

  • C.A.

    I LOOKED UP THE SIDE EFFECTS OF DEMETROL, AND ONE OF THEM ARE CARDIAC ARREST AND DEATH IF TAKENED TOO MUCH. THERE IS ALSO AN ANTIDOTE FOR THAT TYPE OF REACTION(IF CARDIAC ARREST OCCUR). IF MICHAEL JACKSON WAS ADMINISTERED THAT SHOT OF DEMEROL, THAN THE DOCTOR 100% SHOULD HAD KNOWN WHAT WAS GOING ON AND COULD HAVE SAVE THE BELOVED KING OF POP! I AM STILL WISHING THIS WAS A HOAX!I HAVE TO SEE THIS WITH MY OWN EYES!I WILL MISS HIM. MICHAEL JACKSON YOU TRULY ARE GONE TOO SOON!

  • C.A.

    DEMEROL CAN CAUSE CARDIAC ARREST AND DEATH. BUT THERE IS AN ANTIDOTE USED TO IN SUCH CASES OF A CARDIAC ARREST.SO IF MICHEAL’S PHYSICAN ADMINISTERED HIM THIS SHOT HE SHOULD HAD BEEN AWARE AND HAD IN HANDY THE COUNTER ACTING DRUG TO SAVE OUR BELOVED KING OF POP!I CONTINUE TO WISH THIS AS A HOAX! I HAVE TO SEE WITH MY OWN EYES.I MISS HIM! MICHAEL YOU REALLY ARE GONE TOO SOON…

  • LongLiveMJJ

    Could Michael Jackson have died from Lupus?
    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bonnie-fuller/the-real-reason-for-mi cha_b_221825.html

  • shayanne

    I havealways luved Michael and have always suported him snd have nevered believed any of the rumores if any wrong doings were done 2 cause his death sumone should answer 4 it he will b missed but never 4gotten he was trully a gifted and and sweet hearted person LONG LIVE THE KING OF POP YOU WERE TRULY A KING AND LUVED BY MILLIONS!

  • Adam

    I really hope the family and friends get answers.
    http://tvdonewright.com/2009/06/28/tv-tonight-sunday-june-28th-2009/

  • Bathsheba Patton

    Micheal Jackson, the greatest legendary icon ever! My son and I listen to his music all the time especially his invincible cd. The beats are incredible as are his lyrical ability. Love him always, still in shock!dismay! and disbelief!11 Much needed answers.

  • MARY

    Dr. Murray should be held for murder and Michael’s children should stay with his mom Rowe had nothing to do with those kids to now What does she think she’s gonna get alot of money now that’s why she wants those kids. Michael’s children belong where they are they all 3 need to be together.

  • Traceable

    I heard he died as a result of an alergic reaction to skin bleach. Beyonce-be careful girl, or your could be next!

  • Chip

    First off, Love Michael and his music. Everyone is looking to blame someone, and it is so obvious. In a way, Michael did himself in. He had a drug addiction. His lawyers knew, his manager knew. He could have gotten pretty much any doctor to administer those drugs, he was the king. Most importantly though, his family knew. and should be held responsible for not helping him more. Michael, RIP. Your music will always be a part of our lives. For my generation, you was our king!

  • IMPEACH OBAMA

    Sorry for his loss, and for his children and family. HOWEVER, let’s not lost focus during this time. President One-Termer will pull something. We must remain vigilant!

  • carol

    There’s only one legitimate place I’ve found to hear the 911 call, it’s over at http://jjpeg.com/watch28225.html and the autopsy report itself is over at http://jjpeg.com/file2018451.html for download if you wanna read it
    They make you do a little questionnaire to get into the site for some reason but it works so whatever

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