Monday, June 29, 2009


Pop superstar Michael Jackson died on June 25 at the age of 50. Paramedics responded to a 911 call at around 12:26 PM, the Los Angeles Times reported. Jackson was apparently not breathing at the time medical experts appeared at the scene. Sources say Jackson went into cardiac arrest and had to receive CPR in the ambulance.
Jackson's family called for a private autopsy, but results will unlikely be final until a forensics investigation can be completed.

Initial reports reveal that Jackson had taken unspecified prescription medication. Accusations that Jackson's physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, gave the star drugs that may have contributed to his death have been denied. Murray's lawyers say he prescribed medicines only in response to specific complaints from Jackson. Murray will wait to speak publicly until after the police and forensics investigation is complete.
A second autopsy may be completed, allowing the family to get some information about signs of heart, brain or lung disease or fresh needle punctures.
In addition to an outpouring of fans around the world, many stars such as Madonna and Paul McCartney, have expressed grief about his loss as well as celebrate his life.

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