Police investigate deaths of filmmaker and his wife, calling it ‘possible homicide’

• Director Rob Reiner’s Body and his wife were injured, probably caused by a sharp weapon

Although the identities of the victims have not yet been officially confirmed, Los Angeles police said homicide squads were called to the scene and the case is currently being treated as an “apparent homicide.” In a statement posted on social media, the company said no additional details were available and the investigation was ongoing.

Deputy Police Chief Alan Hamilton stressed that no detainees or suspects were being questioned. “I will not confirm whether anyone is being heard at this time or not. We will try to speak to as many family members as possible,” he said.

CNN reported that a family spokesperson confirmed the death. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, a man and a woman, approximately 78 and 68 years old respectively, were found dead inside the residence.

The news immediately caused emotion in the political and cultural world. California Governor Gavin Newsom mourned the loss and said he was “heartbroken.” Barack Obama noted that the filmmaker maintained “a deep belief in the goodness of people” throughout his life, while Kamala Harris said Reiner’s work “had an impact on generations of Americans.”