Updated 06/28/2009 03:51 PM
Report: Second Autopsy Performed On King Of Pop
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As fans from across the city continue to gather outside the Apollo Theater to remember the life and musical legacy of Michael Jackson, the Los Angeles Times reports a second autopsy was performed shortly after the pop icon's body was released to his family.
The Times says the pathologist who did the second autopsy can get results from a private lab within a week or two.
Jackson's family reportedly called for the extra examination because of the unanswered questions surrounding his death.
The Reverend Jesse Jackson says they're unsatisfied with the information they've been getting from the coroner's office.
"Michael had passed a physical exam, in good shape, practicing three to four hours a day in his dance routine and apparently was very healthy," Reverend Jackson said. "Then there's this gap between his bedtime 11 o'clock-ish or something like that and the next day when we get the call that Michael is not breathing and apparently is unconscious."
The reverend also says the family wants to meet with Dr. Conrad Murray, Jackson's personal cardiologist who was with the pop superstar when he stopped breathing Thursday afternoon inside his Los Angeles home.
An attorney for Murray met with Los Angeles police detectives on Saturday.
"The LAPD homicide division has assured us that Dr. Murray is not a suspect of any kind in Mr. Jackson's death. He is just a witness that police want to talk to to get some facts out," said Murray's Associate Attorney Matt Alford.
The Los Angeles County Coroner's office says there were no signs of foul play or trauma, but further tests are needed to determine the cause of Jackson's death.
They say it could be another four to six weeks before toxicology results are in.
Officials are also looking into reports that Jackson was taking unspecified prescription medications in the days leading up to his death.
Meanwhile, Jackson's family is discussing what to do next. They are said to be working on funeral arrangements and how to care for his three children.
The singer's ex-wife, Debbie Rowe, is the mother of his two oldest kids -- 12-year-old Prince Michael and 11-year-old Paris Michael Katherine. It is unclear who Jackson designated as potential guardians in his will.
Experts say Rowe has the strongest legal claim. But she gave up her parental rights in 1999, and then fought to have them restored during Jackson's molestation trial. Published reports say Rowe doesn't intend to fight for custody but will instead seek a settlement to gain more access to the children.
In a statement, her attorney said Rowe's only thoughts at this time have been regarding the devastating loss Michael's family has suffered.
The fate of his youngest child, 7-year-old Prince Michael II, who was infamously dangled over a Berlin balcony as a baby, is unknown. He was born to a surrogate mother who has never been identified.
A source tells the Associated Press the children are currently being cared for by Jackson's extended family.
Jackson's body was released to his family Friday night in Los Angeles at an undisclosed location.
On Saturday, two moving trucks arrived outside Jackson's rented California home where movers could be seen taking dollies and packing equipment through the gates. It was not immediately known what they were planning on removing.
Jackson's sister, Janet Jackson, was also spotted driving into the estate.
Outside Harlem's Apollo Theater, a steady flow of fans passed through the makeshift memorial for the third straight day to remember the late pop icon.
Fans have been signing messages on pieces of cardboard, singing songs, and performing Jackson's famous dance moves which include the "Moonwalk."
Just steps away from the theater, vendors have also set up shop, selling memorabilia including T-shirts and CDs to those looking to remember the King of Pop and his hit-filled career.
"He's a big part of our culture out here in 125th in Harlem. So we're basically out here just letting people have some of the memorabilia and letting people have some of the work that he's done," said one street vendor.
"Michael Jackson took care of us, and you know, during the sudden passing of his death or whatever, you know, it helps some of the people that he considered home," said another street vendor.
Meanwhile, the Apollo will hold two special tributes to honor Jackson next week.
The first is scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday where 600 people at a time can go in and see video tributes and listen to his music.
The Reverend Al Sharpton and the president of the theater will give eulogies.
On Wednesday, the Apollo will dedicate Amateur Night to Jackson where there will be a variety of special performances paying tribute to the late singer.