Nick Reiner, Rob Reiner’s son, faces murder charges in his parents’ deaths in Los Angeles; defense seeks access to a family trust to fund his case.
Nick Reiner has filed court papers seeking immediate access to a trust worth at least $1.5 million to pay his defense after being charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Trustees are accused of denying funds, prompting the petition. The case unfolds as prosecutors consider possible death-penalty charges.
England defeats DR Congo 2-1, with Harry Kane scoring twice to secure a place in the Round of 16. DR Congo are eliminated after finishing bottom of Group F. The Congolese coach Desabre reveals his father’s death after the match. The result preserves England’s unbeaten run and advances them to face Mexico in the next round.
The grand jury has indicted Nick Reiner in the stabbing deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner, with a new charge of lying in wait. Prosecutors say the case will proceed to trial; Reiner has pleaded not guilty and remains jailed without bail.