The Los Angeles Police Department has confirmed that Rob and Michele Reiner died from apparent stab wounds. The couple was found in their Brentwood home on Sunday afternoon, sparking a major homicide investigation. A family member is currently being questioned by detectives, according to law enforcement officials. The confirmation of the cause of death has added a gruesome detail to an already heartbreaking story.
The investigation began after a call to the fire department for medical aid. Responders found the couple dead and alerted the police. The Robbery Homicide Division is leading the case, and forensic teams are processing the scene for evidence. The detention of a relative suggests that the police have a strong lead in the case.
Reiner was a Hollywood giant, known for his directing and acting. His films are classics, and his role in All in the Family is legendary. Michele Reiner was a photographer and his wife of over 30 years. The couple was known for their close family ties and their philanthropy.
Mayor Karen Bass called the deaths a “devastating loss” for the city. The Lear family also expressed their grief, remembering the couple’s kindness. The investigation is ongoing.
As the police work to build their case, the public waits for more information. The violent nature of the deaths has shocked the community, and the loss of the Reiners is being felt deeply.