Arraignment for Nick Reiner, charged with murdering parents Rob and Michele Reiner, postponed; new date Jan. 7, still held without bail.
Background of the Case
The 32-year-old has been accused of stabbing his father, director-actor Rob Reiner, and his mother, photographer and producer Michele Singer, at their Brentwood home over the weekend. The couple was discovered dead around 3:40 p.m. Sunday, reportedly by their daughter Romy. Nick Reiner was taken into custody hours later at the Expo/Vermont Metro station in Exposition Park.
First Court Appearance Missed
Reiner was scheduled to appear for arraignment on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m., but the appearance did not occur because he had not been medically cleared. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department officials later told KTLA that he had been cleared to appear in court.
Medical Clearance Explained
Attorney Alan Jackson, who has represented Kevin Spacey, Harvey Weinstein and Karen Read, told KTLA that “Every inmate has to be medically cleared before they can be transported to court, and he has not been medically cleared. It’s just a procedural issue.”.
New Arraignment Date
The arraignment has been rescheduled for Jan. 7. Reiner will remain in custody without bail.
Attorney’s Statements
Jackson said he had not received any court filings and confirmed Reiner is being held at Men’s Central Jail. When asked if he had spoken with Reiner, he declined to comment. “I am not commenting any further than what the procedure of the court is,” he added. “The bailiff has indicated that the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department will take it on a day-by-day basis and, hopefully, he’ll be cleared [Wednesday] and we can get him here.”
Possible Motive
A motive has not been established, but reports indicate Nick Reiner had an argument with his father at a party hosted by Conan O’Brien on Saturday.
Potential Penalties
If convicted, Reiner could face the death penalty, according to Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman. He remains held without bail.
About the Victims
Rob Reiner, born into the entertainment industry as the son of Broadway star Carl Reiner, co-starred in the 1970s sitcom “All in the Family” and later directed classics such as “The Princess Bride,” “This Is Spinal Tap,” “Misery” and “When Harry Met Sally.”
Michele Singer Reiner, 68, was a renowned Hollywood photographer and producer.
Family Details
Rob and Michele were married for 36 years and had three children together.
Key Takeaways
- Nick Reiner’s arraignment postponed to Jan. 7, still held without bail.
- He faces the death penalty if convicted of murdering his parents.
- Motive remains unclear; an argument with his father was reported.
The case continues to unfold as authorities prepare for the upcoming arraignment.
