Police are investigating Hayden Panettiere’s sudden death as they look for answers. Law enforcement sources said that officers want to know if any criminal conduct played a role in the 36-year-old actress’ death. The investigation comes as officials continue working to determine exactly what happened. Her autopsy has already been completed.
Police probes Hayden’s unexpected death to determine her cause and manner of death
According to TMZ, law enforcement sources said police launched a death investigation because Hayden’s death was “unexpected.” Investigators are working alongside the coroner to determine her cause and manner of death. The probe will also examine if there was any illegal activity in her death. Toxicology results are pending.
Greenville police went to the family home of Hayden’s boyfriend, Brian Hickerson, on Wednesday morning. According to the outlet, the cops are looking for details from Brian regarding the circumstances of Hayden’s death. The visit came as officers continued their investigation into what happened. Police have not stated that Brian did anything wrong.
It is previously reported that police visited the Hickerson family home earlier Wednesday. Two uniformed officers appeared at the house, with one officer knocking on the front door while another walked up the driveway. At that time, it remained unclear why officers visited the home or whether anyone let them inside. The latest report now connects the visit to the broader death investigation.
Hayden died at age 36, prompting police to examine the circumstances surrounding her death. The outlet reported that the autopsy has been completed. However, officials still await the toxicology results before they can determine more about the cause and manner of death. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities seek more answers.
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