Police have released new details in the murder of Hollywood film director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, who were found dead at their Brentwood mansion last weekend. The couple died from multiple sharp force injuries, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiners, who ruled both deaths homicides.
On the day of the killings, the couple attended a Christmas party hosted by Conan O'Brien with their son Nick. Reports indicate that Nick and his father had a heated argument at the party, prompting the family to leave early. Hours later, Rob and Michele were discovered dead in their master bedroom.
Emergency services were first called at 3:30pm by a roommate of the couple's daughter, Romy. She had entered the property after the couple's masseuse raised concerns. Romy discovered her father and fled, initially unaware that her mother had also been killed. Police confirmed that no other victims or suspects were found at the scene.
Nick Reiner, 32, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, with a special circumstance of multiple murders. He is also accused of personally using a knife. The charges carry a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole; prosecutors have not yet decided on seeking the death penalty. Nick appeared in court on Wednesday, speaking only to confirm he understood his right to a speedy trial.
