US Attorney office, DEA join Prince's death investigation

May 05, 2016 19:55

The US Attorney's office and Drug Enforcement Administration are joining legendary singer Prince's death investigation. The "Purple Rain" hitmaker was found dead at his home last month. He was 57.

"The U.S. Attorney's Office and DEA are joining the Carver County Sheriff's investigation," a spokesperson for the US Attorney's office told E! Online.

"The DEA and U.S. Attorney's Office are able to augment this local investigation with federal resources and expertise about prescription drug diversion. While this remains an ongoing investigation, we will have no further comment."

The Carver County Sheriff's Department said, "The US Attorney and DEA have agreed to provide resources and expertise in our investigation."

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