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Los Angeles Examiner Confirms Multiple Sharp‑Force Injuries as Cause of Reiners’ Deaths

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Medical Examiner Confirms Multiple Sharp‑Force Injuries The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office released the official cause of death for Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner as multiple sharp‑force injuries. The report lists December 14 as the date of death and notes the victims were discovered in their Brentwood home with apparent stab wounds. Both WBNS and King5 cite the same findings, confirming the examiner’s conclusion [1][2].

Nick Reiner Faces First‑Degree Murder Charges Nick Reiner, 32, appeared in court on Wednesday after prosecutors charged him with two counts of first‑degree murder for his parents’ killings. He entered no plea, and his defense attorney requested a delay. The arraignment has been rescheduled for January 7, 2026, as reported by both outlets [1][2].

Reiner Family Issues Statement Requesting Privacy Jake and Romy Reiner released a joint statement through a family spokesperson expressing grief over the loss. The statement asks the public and media to respect the family’s privacy during the investigation. Both reports include the same wording of the family’s request [1][2].

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Dec 14, 2025 – Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner die in the early‑morning hours at their Brentwood home, suffering “multiple sharp‑force injuries” that later define the cause of death [1][2].

Dec 14, 2025 – Police discover the couple’s bodies later that afternoon, noting apparent stab wounds throughout the residence [1][2].

Dec 17, 2025 – The Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s Office publicly releases the official cause of death as “multiple sharp‑force injuries,” confirming the earlier forensic observations [1][2].

Dec 17, 2025 – Nick Reiner, 32, makes his first court appearance after being charged with two counts of first‑degree murder in his parents’ killings; he does not enter a plea [1][2].

Dec 17, 2025 – Nick’s arraignment is postponed at his lawyer’s request, with a new date set for Jan 7, 2026, extending the pre‑trial timeline [1][2].

Dec 17, 2025 – Jake and Romy Reiner issue a family statement through a spokesperson, expressing grief, requesting privacy, and urging compassionate remembrance of the deceased [1][2].

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