Having recently reported the sale of Michael Jackson’s furniture, it has since emerged that the syringe that administered his fatal dose is making its way to auction. With a price of $5 million being touted, it is difficult to think of a more macabre collectible.
Reportedly, the syringe has been obtained secretly and has been offered to a number of auction houses in Las Vegas. Michael Jackson’s family have been informed by lawyers representing the anonymous seller and are vehemently trying to prevent the sale.
His personal doctor, Conrad Murray, 57, is awaiting trial in connection to the singer’s death after allegedly administering drugs such as Valium, lorazepam and propofol through the syringe in question.
The important piece of evidence is apparently no longer needed in the case but it might have to be sold somewhere without reciprocal legal agreements with the United States, such as Brazil or even Libya.
A source said: “The validity of the sale is a matter of interpretation, dependent on whether the DA believes a crime has even been committed. Rumours are leaking thick and fast and the Jackson family are aware of the auction plan. They are furious and incensed that someone is yet again trying to profit from him. It’s an incredibly distressing time for them.”
“The plan is to flog it for up to $5 million in a big Vegas casino. This is one of the sickest lots ever put up.”
(Source: Telegraph)