Actor and comedian Robin Williams dead from apparent suicide
Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams was found dead in his home on Monday after an apparent suicide. He was 63.
According to the Marin County Sheriff’s Department, Williams’ body was discovered in his Tiburon, California home after a 911 call made just before noon on August 11 reported an unconscious male. Williams was identified and pronounced dead at 12:02pm. He was last seen alive by his wife at 10pm the previous night.
Police said that they suspect his cause of death to be suicide by asphyxiation, though a forensic examination and toxicology test has yet to be completed. They are holding a press conference Tuesday morning to discuss the case further.
Williams’ death was confirmed by his publicist, though the statement did not mention suicide.
“Robin Williams passed away this morning,” it read. “He has been battling severe depression of late. This is a tragic and sudden loss. The family respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time.” Continue reading . . .
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