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NewsWPLG Local 10August 12, 2026Miami-Dade

Los Angeles County grand jury indicts Nick Reiner for murder of parents

A Los Angeles County grand jury has indicted 32-year-old Nick Reiner on murder charges for the deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, adding a special allegation of lying in wait. The indictment allows prosecutors to bypass a preliminary hearing and move directly toward trial, while also noting the use of a deadly weapon.

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Why It Matters

The indictment changes the legal status of the case by establishing a formal charge that could lead to the death penalty if a conviction is secured, while also impacting the defendant's access to personal trust funds for his legal defense.

Key Facts

  • Nick Reiner was indicted by a Los Angeles County grand jury on murder charges for the deaths of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner.
  • The indictment includes a special allegation of 'lying in wait,' which indicates premeditation and makes the defendant eligible for the death penalty.
  • The indictment includes a special allegation of using a deadly weapon (a knife).
  • The indictment was returned on July 20 and unsealed on Wednesday.
  • Nick Reiner entered a not guilty plea.
  • The indictment allows prosecutors to skip the preliminary hearing process.
  • Nick Reiner is currently seeking access to at least $1.5 million in trust funds to pay for his legal defense.
  • A court hearing regarding the trust fund petition is scheduled for next week.
  • The victims were killed on December 14 in Brentwood.
  • A court order currently prevents the release of autopsy reports.

Who's Mentioned

personNathan Hochman“Los Angeles County District Attorney.”personAlan Jackson“Criminal defense attorney.”personRob Reiner“Victim, actor, and director.”personNick Reiner“Defendant charged with the murder of his parents.”personMichele Singer Reiner“Victim, photographer, and producer.”locationLos Angeles County“Jurisdiction where the crimes occurred and legal proceedings are held.”