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Jackson's Death Confirmed As Homicide

• 25th Aug 2009

The Los Angeles County coroner's report found the 'King of Pop' died of a cardiac arrest on June 25 caused by a cocktail of drugs – including lethal levels of the powerful anaesthetic Propofol – he had been administered to help him sleep.

The findings were unveiled in a Houston court yesterday (24.08.09), when a search warrant for Michael's personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray was unsealed by officials investigating the case.

The official coroner's report remains sealed at the request of the Los Angeles Police department.

The finding increases the chances criminal charges will be filed against Murray, who was with Michael when he died.

The Jackson family is happy with the homicide ruling, and “look forward” to justice being served.

A statement released by the family said: “The Jackson family has full confidence in the legal process, and commends the ongoing efforts of the Los Angeles County Coroner, the Los Angeles District Attorney and the Los Angeles Police Department. The family looks forward to the day that justice can be served.”