Rob Reiner’s Son Nick Reiner Seen in Gas Station Footage Before Arrest

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New footage has emerged showing Nick Reiner’s behavior after his parents were killed.

A video recently surfaced showing the 32-year-old man at a Los Angeles gas station convenience store on December 14th. This was shortly before his arrest in connection with the murder of his parents, director Rob Reiner, 78, and Michele Singer Reiner, 70.

Security camera footage shows Nick entering an ARCO gas station in Exposition Park on the evening of December 14th, only hours after his parents were found dead in their home in Brentwood, California.

Wearing a green and black windbreaker, a baseball cap, and a red backpack, the screenwriter went into a convenience store. He briefly left and then went back inside, heading to the drinks to buy a Gatorade. After leaving the store, he walked across the street. Later, a video showed him on the corner near a gas station as police arrived. Around 9:15 p.m., he raised his hands and was taken into custody.

On December 16th, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced that Nick had been officially charged with two counts of first-degree murder. The charges also include a special circumstance for multiple murders, meaning he could face either life in prison without parole or the death penalty.

During a press conference, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman stated that a decision regarding the death penalty request hasn’t been made yet. He also clarified that the charges filed are just accusations, and not proof of guilt, saying, “Charges are not evidence.”

Nick has not yet entered a plea and is being represented in the case by attorney Alan Jackson.

The night before Rob and Michele were discovered deceased, they had been at Conan O’Brien’s Christmas party with Nick. According to sources who spoke with NBC News, Nick had a loud argument with his father at the party and was bothering other guests.

Rob and Michele’s children, 34-year-old Jake Reiner and 27-year-old Romy Reiner, were deeply affected by the tragedy. On December 17th, they publicly acknowledged the killings and expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of support they’ve received.

It’s impossible to put into words how much pain we’re in right now. Losing our parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, has been absolutely devastating – something no one should ever go through. They weren’t just Mom and Dad, they were truly our best friends, and we miss them terribly.

We deeply appreciate the heartfelt condolences, kindness, and support we’ve received from so many people, including family, friends, and those we don’t even know. At this difficult time, we ask for privacy and respect. We hope that any discussion about our parents is handled with compassion and understanding, and that they are remembered for their wonderful lives and the love they shared.

Rob’s adopted daughter, Tracy Reiner, shared her reaction to the news with NBC News on December 14th, saying, “I came from the greatest family ever. I don’t know what to say. I’m in shock.” Tracy was adopted during Rob’s marriage to his late ex-wife, Penny Marshall.

To learn more about the events leading up to Rob and Michele’s deaths, please continue reading.

Long before Rob and Michele Singer Reiner sadly passed away, their son, Nick Reiner, had spoken openly about his own struggles with addiction. He even worked with his father on the 2015 film Being Charlie, which focused on the topic of substance abuse.

Nick explained that he had been to rehab 17 times before turning 30. 

I remember reading an interview with him in People magazine back in 2016, and his story really stuck with me. He shared that he’d experienced homelessness in multiple states – Maine, New Jersey, and Texas, if I recall correctly. He described actually living on the streets, sometimes for weeks at a time, and he was very clear – it was a really tough experience, definitely not something anyone would enjoy.

Two years later, Nick recalled an instance when he “wrecked” his home while high on drugs. 

In a 2018 interview on the Dopey podcast, he described a period where he was heavily using stimulants—likely cocaine and another drug—and stayed awake for days. He said this led to him damaging things in his guest house, explaining that he ‘went 10 rounds’ and started punching objects.

According to multiple sources at Conan O’Brien’s Christmas party on December 13th, director Rob Reiner and his 32-year-old son, Nick, had a significant argument. Friends of the family confirmed the fight to the L.A. Times, adding that guests observed Nick behaving oddly during the holiday celebration.

I’ve heard from a couple of people who were at the party that Nick was really causing a scene. Apparently, he kept interrupting people and generally being disruptive, which was a bummer for everyone trying to chat.

Jane Fonda saw Rob and Michele the night before their tragic deaths.

The actress shared on Instagram on December 15th that she had seen them two nights prior, and they seemed healthy and happy. She expressed being deeply saddened and shocked by the news.

On December 14th, around 3:40 p.m., the Los Angeles Police Department was called to a home in Brentwood, California, to investigate a death following a Christmas party.

According to a statement from the LAPD, officers found two people inside the home, later identified as Robert and Michele Reiner.

The Robbery-Homicide Division’s Homicide Special Section began investigating how the deaths occurred.

According to NBC News, Deputy Police Chief Alan Hamilton stated that investigators will be speaking with many family members. Rob Reiner and his wife have three children: Nick, Romy, and Jake. Rob also adopted the daughter of his late ex-wife, Penny Marshall, named Tracy Reiner.

Rob and Michele didn’t die from natural causes; they appear to have been stabbed, according to a source close to the Reiner family who spoke with NBC News.

According to the LAPD, the initial investigation revealed that the Reiners were victims of homicide.

Around 9 p.m. on December 14th, while the police were investigating, Nick was caught on camera buying a Gatorade at an ARCO gas station near USC in downtown Los Angeles. Footage obtained by MS NOW shows he was wearing a green jacket, jeans, and a ballcap, and carrying a red backpack.

Minutes later, the screenwriter was taken into custody near USC.

Los Angeles police determined that Rob and Michele’s son caused their deaths.

Police announced that Nick Reiner was arrested around 9:15 p.m. on December 15th. He has been charged with murder and is being held in jail without the possibility of bail.

Michelle Obama shared on Jimmy Kimmel Live on December 15th that she and Barack Obama had plans to meet with Rob and Michele on the day they tragically passed away.

On December 16th, attorney Alan Jackson—known for previously defending high-profile clients like Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey, and Karen Read—told TopMob News that he now represents Nick, who was arrested two days prior in connection with his parents’ murder.

On December 16th, as authorities were preparing to publicly charge Nick at a Los Angeles courthouse, his lawyer informed the press that he hadn’t been given medical approval to appear in court.

I heard from the authorities that before anyone can be taken to court, they need to get a clean bill of health from the medical staff. They’re hoping to get this particular inmate cleared tomorrow, so they can bring him in then. It’s just standard procedure, thankfully, to make sure everyone’s safe.

On December 16th, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman stated that his office will be filing formal charges against Nick for two counts of first-degree murder, with the added specification that the murders were multiple.

The District Attorney also stated that Nick will be charged with using a deadly weapon – specifically, a knife – during the attack on his parents.

He explained that if convicted, the charges could result in a life sentence with no chance of release, or even the death penalty.

Nick was formally charged Dec. 16. 

Police believe Rob and Michele were likely killed about 12 hours before their bodies were found around 3 p.m. on December 14th.

Okay, so the DA finally put out a statement, and it said the murders happened around dawn on December 14th. I’ve been obsessively checking for updates, and it’s just… it’s awful. But at least we have a timeframe now, even if it’s just ‘early morning.’ I’m trying to piece everything together, and every little detail matters, you know?

According to a press release from the District Attorney on December 16th, Nick is accused of killing his parents by stabbing them. Authorities allege he used a knife as the weapon in the murders.

Nick made his first court appearance on December 17th at the Los Angeles Supreme Court. He arrived wearing a blue garment designed to prevent self-harm and was in shackles. He didn’t enter a plea at that time, but scheduled an arraignment for January 7th.

On December 17th, the medical examiner concluded that both Rob and Michele died from multiple cuts or stab wounds – injuries caused by a sharp object.

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