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Nick Reiner Denies Allegations, Pleads Not Guilty in Parents’ Murders

Nick Reiner, 32, pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder at a Los Angeles arraignment over the December stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michelle Reiner. He was arrested without bail, and prosecutors have set a preliminary hearing for April 29; the case is death-penalty eligible. Reiner has a known history of substance abuse and schizophrenia, and his high-profile defense attorney withdrew before the arraignment.

via The Cut|

#arraignment #crime #death-penalty

investigations2 days ago•19 min saved

Son of Rob Reiner pleads not guilty in parents’ stabbing deaths

Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder at a Los Angeles County Superior Court arraignment for the December stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner; prosecutors have not indicated whether mental health or drug issues will factor into his defense.

via The Washington Post|

#arraignment #investigations #michele-singer-reiner

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Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in Brentwood parents’ killings, faces potential death penalty

Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty in Los Angeles County Superior Court to two counts of first-degree murder in the December deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, at their Brentwood home. The charges include special-circumstances that could bring the death penalty, though prosecutors have not decided on capital punishment. Reiner is now represented by the LA County Public Defender after parting with attorney Alan Jackson and is due back in court in late April as investigators review a large volume of records; motive remains undisclosed, though reports of an argument at a party have circulated. Reiner’s documented history of mental health and addiction issues has been a focal point in coverage of the case.

via Los Angeles Times|

#brentwood #crime #michele-singer-reiner

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Reiner's Son Pleads Not Guilty in Parental Double Homicide

Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder in the killings of his parents in their Los Angeles Brentwood home, waived his right to a speedy trial, and a preliminary hearing was set for April 29; prosecutors have not yet decided whether to seek the death penalty, and the defense strategy remains unsettled after a prior attorney withdrew; a protective order limits disclosure of discovery materials, and the case has drawn attention for the victims’ celebrity status and Reiner’s reported mental health history.

via The New York Times|

#crime #first-degree-murder #los-angeles

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Nick Reiner Pleads Not Guilty in Parents' Brentwood Slayings

Nick Reiner, 32, pleaded not guilty in Los Angeles Superior Court to two counts of murder with an enhancement that could carry the death penalty or life without parole, in the stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, at their Brentwood home on Dec. 14. He appeared in court and was ordered to a future date of April 29; he is being held without bail at the Twin Towers Correctional Facility as prosecutors weigh whether to seek the death penalty, with a preliminary hearing likely delayed due to the volume of evidence. Reiner is represented by deputy public defender Kimberly Greene after his initial lawyer withdrew; his district attorney, Nathan Hochman, noted the case remains under consideration for capital charges. The defendant has publicly discussed a long history of drug addiction and rehab.

via Variety|

#brentwood #crime #michele-reiner

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Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in parents' murder case, public defender appointed

Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner, pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder in the December killings of his parents during an arraignment in Los Angeles, with a public defender now representing him after his previous attorney withdrew, and he remains jailed without bail as the case progresses.

via The Guardian|

#arraignment #crime #los-angeles

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Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in parents' murder case as LA hearing looms

Nick Reiner, 32, pleaded not guilty in Los Angeles to two counts of first-degree murder in the stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. He waived a speedy preliminary hearing; a preliminary hearing is set for April 29 with no bail granted. Prosecutors have not yet decided whether to seek the death penalty; Reiner has been in custody since December and recently changed counsel.

via CNN|

#crime #los-angeles #murder-charges

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Nick Reiner Returns to Court as Plea Looms in Parents' Murder Case

Nick Reiner, Rob Reiner’s son, returned to a Los Angeles court where prosecutors indicated he may enter a plea in connection with the killings of his parents, with no resolution announced as the case continues.

via AP News|

#court #crime #murder

entertainment-and-arts5 days ago•5 min saved

Conan O’Brien Reflects on the Tragic Reiner Slayings

Comedian Conan O’Brien opened up about the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner, saying he and his wife hosted them at a December holiday party the Reiners attended just before they were found stabbed to death in Brentwood; in a New Yorker Radio Hour interview, O’Brien described the shock of losing friends and praised Rob Reiner’s directing talent and advocacy. Prosecutors say Nick Reiner, the couple’s son, was arrested the night after the killings and has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder; the case is moving through the legal system and has included discussions of Nick’s mental health.

via Los Angeles Times|

#conan-obrien #entertainment-and-arts #michele-reiner

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Conan O’Brien Breaks Silence Over Rob Reiner Tragedy, Calls It Shocking

Comedian Conan O’Brien, in comments to The New Yorker, speaks for the first time about the December murder of his close friends Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer, saying learning of their deaths after attending his holiday party left him in shock. Rob and Michele’s son Nick Reiner was later arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the Brentwood double homicide. O’Brien reflects on Rob Reiner’s career and influence, including Spinal Tap and his political activism.

via Rolling Stone|

#conan-obrien #murder #new-yorker-interview

entertainment5 days ago•15 min saved

Conan O’Brien Reflects on Shocking Loss of Rob & Michele Reiner

Conan O’Brien spoke about the killings of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, saying he was in shock after learning they were stabbed to death at their Brentwood home following his holiday party. He recalled the couple as lovely people and praised Rob Reiner’s classic work, including Spinal Tap. The piece also notes that their son, Nick Reiner, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and is due to enter a plea.

via Deadline|

#conan-obrien #deadline-hollywood #entertainment

entertainment5 days ago•17 min saved

Conan O’Brien Breaks Silence on Rob Reiner Tragedy as Nick Reiner Faces Murder Charges

Conan O’Brien speaks out about the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, describing his shock at the apparent homicide and reflecting on Rob’s influence; Nick Reiner is charged with two counts of murder, and while reports circulated about a party fight the host says he did not witness any violence at O’Brien’s holiday party.

via Variety|

#conan-obrien #entertainment #michele-singer-reiner

entertainment5 days ago•17 min saved

Conan O’Brien Reflects on Rob Reiner Tragedy After Holiday Party

Conan O’Brien told The New Yorker he was in shock after Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead the day after attending a holiday party hosted by him; their son Nick Reiner has been charged with their double homicide, which police say involved multiple sharp-forces injuries. O’Brien praised Rob Reiner’s legacy and recalled saying goodnight to the couple the night before their deaths.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#conan-obrien #entertainment #holiday-party

entertainment5 days ago•16 min saved

Conan O’Brien Breaks Silence on Reiner Family Tragedy

Conan O’Brien addressed the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner in a New Yorker interview, calling the tragedy “awful” and noting how shocking it was given his long friendship with the couple. The Reiners were found murdered in their Los Angeles home after a party; their daughter Romy was present, and their son Nick was later arrested on two counts of first‑degree murder with a possible life sentence, with his arraignment pending.

via Page Six|

#conan-obrien #entertainment #michele-reiner

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Mel Brooks Breaks Silence on Rob Reiner Tragedy, Remembers Carl Reiner

During a post-screening Q&A for his HBO documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!, the 99-year-old comedian said he was glad Carl Reiner died before learning of Rob Reiner’s murder, reflecting on their 70-year friendship and Carl’s influence; the piece notes the two‑part HBO Max documentary includes posthumous interviews with Carl and Rob, and that Rob Reiner’s son has been charged in the deaths of Rob and his wife.

via The Daily Beast|

#carl-reiner #celebrity #judd-apatow