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Bob Saget’s family SUE to block release of more details in Full House star’s cause of death & cite ’emotional distress’

BOB Saget’s family is suing Orange County officials to block the release of records in connection to the investigation of the actor’s death.

The was filed by Kelly Rizzo, Saget’s widow, and his three daughters. Orange County Sheriff John Mina and the District Nine Medical Examiner’s Office have been named as defendants.

Bob Saget's family is suing Orange County officials to stop records connected to the investigation of the actor's death from being released to the public
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Bob Saget's family is suing Orange County officials to stop records connected to the investigation of the actor's death from being released to the publicCredit: Instagram/@eattravelrock
The suit was filed by Saget's widow, Kelly Rizzo, and his three daughters
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The suit was filed by Saget's widow, Kelly Rizzo, and his three daughtersCredit: The Mega Agency

An injunction has been requested, declaring the materials gathered during the investigation into Saget’s death confidential and should not be allowed in public records requests.

These include photographs and video and audio recordings, according to the lawsuit.

Saget’s family argued that these materials would cause them “irreparable harm in the form of extreme mental pain, anguish and emotional distress,” if they were released. 

Circuit Judge Vincent Chiu will be taking the family’s case. There have no hearings scheduled as of yet.

Saget was found dead in his hotel room at the Ritz-Carlton in Orlando on January 9 by hotel security.

Saget's death was confirmed by the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

"Earlier today, deputies were called to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes for a call about an unresponsive man in a hotel room," the office tweeted at the time.

Saget's cause of death was revealed to be a brain bleed, cops have said.

Orange County Sheriff's Office confirmed Saget's cause of death to The Sun on Wednesday, February 10.

They said: “We can confirm that the cause of death was related to internal bleeding from the brain after it appeared Mr Saget hit his head on something in his hotel room.

"There was a bruise discovered on the back of his neck.

"No narcotics or alcohol were found in Mr Saget’s system. We believe he did not understand the severity of the internal damage done and fell asleep soon after."

The autopsy report determined Saget's death was an accident and said, "It is most probably that (Saget) suffered an unwitnessed fall backward and struck the posterior aspect of his head."

Saget's family told TMZ on February 9, 2022, "Now that we have the final conclusions from the authorities' investigation, we felt it only proper that the fans hear those conclusions directly from us. The authorities have determined that Bob passed away from head trauma.

"They have concluded that he accidentally hit the back of his head on something, thought nothing of it, and went to sleep. No drugs or alcohol were involved."

The statement continued, "As we continue to mourn together, we ask everyone to remember the love and laughter that Bob brought to this world, and the lessons he taught us all: to be kind to everyone, to let the people you love know you love them, and to face difficult times with hugs and laughter."

Questions about the actor's cause of death remain even after an autopsy was conducted
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Questions about the actor's cause of death remain even after an autopsy was conductedCredit: Getty
'The authorities have determined that Bob passed away from head trauma,' said Saget's family in a statement
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'The authorities have determined that Bob passed away from head trauma,' said Saget's family in a statementCredit: Instagram / @eattravelrock

QUESTIONS ABOUT AUTOPSY

Health experts are raising questions on how thoroughly Saget’s death was investigated and how he received the “significant blow to the head.”

The actor was also positive for Covid-19 at the time of his death, but it did not play a role in his death.

“I think what it reveals more than anything else is that this was not a simple bump on the head,” said neurosurgeon Dr Sanjay Gupta.

“When you read this autopsy report that may still be the case, but it was a pretty significant blow to the head.”

The Bones in Saget’s head were said to have been fractured, including a stretch of bone from the front of his skull to his front temporal bone. There were also fractures above his eye sockets.

“That takes a lot of force to do that. If I knew nothing else about what had happened, you’d think this was someone who had called down the stairs and had several impacts to the head or had been unrestrained in a car accident,” said Gupta.

“Whatever happened here, we may never know how he felt or what happened, but it was significant blow that caused that.

“And likely, the bleeding on top of the brain is likely causing pressure on the brain and subsequently, sadly, what led to him becoming unconscious and dying.”

Dr Megan Ranney, an emergency physician, raised concerns by the autopsy report. She demanded that Saget’s family has a right to know what happened.

“Hi. ICYMI: This is not a ‘slip & fall’. This is not a minor concussion. This is MAJOR head trauma.

“My condolences to Saget’s friends & family. I hope they get answers to what really happened,” she tweeted.

'AMERICA'S DAD'

Saget, 65, was best known for his role as Danny Tanner, the patriarch of the Tanner family in Full House. He played the role opposite John Stamos and Dave Coulier.

His TV daughters were played bare Candace Cameron, Jodie Sweetin and twin Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen playing little Michelle Tanner.

Some of Saget's Full House co-stars released statements about their TV patriarch’s death.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen said they were “deeply saddened” about Saget’s passing.

“Bob was the most loving, compassionate and generous man. We are deeply saddened that he is no longer with us but know that he will continue to be by our side to guide us as gracefully as he always has,” the siblings said.

“We are thinking of his daughters, wife and family and are sending our condolences.”

John Stamos, who played Uncle Jesse, tweeted: “I am broken. I am gutted.  I am in complete and utter shock.  I will never ever have another friend like him.  I love you so much, Bobby.”

“I don’t know what to say,” wrote Candace Cameron Bure, who played DJ Tanner. “I have no words. Bob was one of the best human beings I’ve ever known in my life. I loved him so much.”

'DEVASTATED'

Saget’s family broke their silence following the actor and comedian’s shocking death.

“We are devastated to confirm that our beloved Bob passed away,” the family said in a statement.

“He was everything to us and we want you to know how much he loved his fans, performing live and bringing people from all walks of life together with laughter.”

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Saget’s family asked for privacy at this time but invited fans to “join us in remembering the love and laughter that Bob brought to the world.”

He is survived by his wife, Kelly Rizzo, and his three daughters Lara, Aubrey and Jennifer from his first marriage to Sherri Kramer.

Saget is survived by his wife, Kelly Rizzo, and his three daughters Lara, Aubrey and Jennifer from his first marriage
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Saget is survived by his wife, Kelly Rizzo, and his three daughters Lara, Aubrey and Jennifer from his first marriageCredit: Getty
Saget is best known for playing the role of Danny Tanner in the hit sitcom Full House
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Saget is best known for playing the role of Danny Tanner in the hit sitcom Full HouseCredit: Getty

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