Police Describe Jackson as “Addict”
The AP reports that LA police described Michael Jackson as an “addict” during the ongoing investigation into his death. This description comes from the search warrant executed on the home and office of cardiologist Conrad Murray, the doctor wrapped up in possible manslaughter charges in the Jackson death. Police continue to search for misuse of drugs and prescriptions involving the dangerous drug propofol.
To top it off, Murray’s not the only doctor tied to the Jackson investigation. The warrant also indicates that police want to communicate with seven different medical professionals about Jackson’s health. Was Jackson abusing the system by getting multiple prescriptions from multiple doctors? The police continue to dig for more information.
Authorities investigating Michael Jackson’s death alluded to the singer as an “addict” and were seeking evidence related to the powerful anesthetic propofol, according to search warrants released Thursday.The documents show investigators have cause to believe several California Business and Professions codes had been broken, including “excessive prescribing,” a misdemeanor punishable by a fine or imprisonment for up to 180 days.
Los Angeles police and federal Drug Enforcement Administration agents spent much of Tuesday at the Las Vegas home and business of Jackson’s personal doctor, Conrad Murray, who is the focus of a manslaughter investigation. The raids sought evidence supporting that charge, as well as code violations, including “prescribing to an addict” and “unprofessional conduct.”
From the AP.