Conrad Murray Released From Jail After Two Years Draws Ire of Jackson Family and Fans
Conrad Murray was released from Los Angeles County jail early Monday after serving nearly two years after being convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the death of Michael Jackson.
After news of the pending release reporters and fans of Michael Jackson were waiting outside of the jail for Murray, but Los Angeles sheriff's spokesman Steve Whitmore stated that authorities assisted in escorting Murray off the premises due to safety and security concerns.
Murray, who was hired as Jackson's personal physician to oversee his care during what was to be his last world tour, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in 2011 in addition to having his medical license revoked.
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The doctor allegedly injected Jackson with 100mg of Propofol, four times the amount that a person may ingest safely, in order to help the pop star sleep. The prosecution contended that not only was Conrad wrong to administer the anesthetic drug, which is only meant to be used in a hospital setting, but also that he is responsible for Jackson's death because he was not properly monitoring the star's condition and delayed making a 911 call for 20 minutes after realizing Jackson was not breathing.
Murray had previously stated that he intended to apply to have his medical license re-instated but members of California's medical community said he would face strong objection.
After the verdict was revealed the Jackson family commented on the verdict to HLN's Jane Velez-Mitchell as they left the courthouse.
"Thank you so much," said sister Rebbie Jackson. "I'm just happy it's over with. Nothing will bring him back, but I'm happy he was found guilty."
Latoya said, "Thank you America. Thank you all the fans. Prosecution team, you were great. Everyone was wonderful...Michael loves everyone in the court here, and he was in the courtroom, and that is why justice was served."
