Kobe & Gianna Bryant, as well as seven others, sadly lost their lives in a helicopter crash on January 26th in California. It’s an accident that still has fans mourning the death of innocent people, as well as one of the biggest legends in the history of the NBA. Over the past few months, the families of the victims have been looking for answers as to how the crash could have happened.

While this may never be known, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner decided to release the autopsy reports for all nine victims, which gives some clarity on what happened to everyone. Everyone aboard the helicopter died on impact due to blunt trauma, which is what was already expected.

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“On Jan. 28, the cause of death for all nine decedents was certified as blunt trauma. The manner of death was certified as accident,” the autopsy reports say.

As of right now, the families of the victims are suing Island Express which is the company that owned the helicopter. A relative of the pilot has come out and said that it was the passengers’ fault for what happened although many are skeptical of this accusation.

Stay tuned for updates in regards to this story as we will bring you the latest information.

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Kobe Bryant’s passing is still shocking to people around the world. He died in a helicopter crash on January 26th, alongside his daughter Gigi and seven others, including the pilot Ara Geroge Zobayan. At the time of the crash, it was incredibly foggy in California and it was believed that Zobayan was going 184 MPH before the accident. The families who have been affected by this tragedy are in the midst of suing Island Express, the company that owned the helicopter, for wrongful death.

It is believed that Island Express should have never let the helicopter leave that morning and that they were ultimately responsible for what happened. A representative for the pilot is now responding to the lawsuit, saying that it was the passengers who are actually at fault.

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“Any injuries or damages to plaintiffs and/or their decedent were directly caused in full or in part by the negligence or fault of plaintiffs and/or their decedent, including their knowing and voluntary encounter with the risks involved, and that this negligence was a substantial factor in causing their purported damages, for which this answering defendant bears no responsibility,” the representative for Zobayan said.

The rep doesn’t give an example of what the passengers did to cause the accident, which just goes to show that these claims are pretty nefarious. Innocent people were lost that day and to blame the passengers for the accident is truly a shock to all of the families involved.

Stay tuned for updates on this story as it continues to develop.

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Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven others passed away in a tragic helicopter crash on January 26th. The accident shocked the entire world and since then, we have all been in mourning of the lives that were lost on that tragic day. People have been searching for answers as to why the crash happened. What is known, however, is that it was incredibly foggy that day and that no aircraft should have been flying as it simply wasn’t safe.

With this context in mind, Vanessa Bryant filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Island Express which is the company in charge of the helicopter. Now, the families of Alyssa Altobelli and Christina Mauser are also filing similar lawsuits, citing negligence on the part of Island Express.

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As the two families explain in court documents, Island Express didn’t do their due diligence on the morning of January 26th and that they are responsible for the deaths of nine people. In fact, the families are saying the company has caused them a large amount of physical, mental, and emotional anguish that won’t go away anytime soon.

With the recent lawsuits filed against Island Express, it appears as though they could go out of business as a result.

Stay tuned for updates on this story as we will be sure to bring them to you.

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Earlier this week, TMZ reported that there is an ongoing investigation into claims that deputies of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department were disrespectfully sharing photos of the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others on January 26. The first report stated that gruesome photos of the victims’ remains were being circulated amongst several deputies. The story was then updated with the discovery that a sheriff had pulled up this confidential content at a bar in an attempt to impress a woman, which led to a disgusted bartender reporting this offence to the sheriff’s department.

Kobe Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, has now responded to these reports. In a statement shared on her Instagram page, her lawyer, Gary C. Robb, wrote: 

“Our client, Vanessa Bryant, is absolutely devastated by allegations that deputies from the Lost Hills Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Los Angeles County Fire Department publicly disseminated photos from the helicopter crash site.

Mrs. Bryant personally went to the Sheriff’s office on January 26th and requested that the area be designated a no-fly zone and protected from photographers. This was of critical importance to her as she desired to protect the dignity of all the victims, and their families. At that time, Sheriff Alex Villanueva assured us all measures would be put in place to protect the families’ privacy, and it is our understanding that he has worked hard to honor those requests.

First responders should be trustworthy. It is inexcusable and deplorable that some deputies from the Lost Hills Sheriff’s substation, other surrounding substations and LACOFD would allegedly breach their duty. This is an unspeakable violation of human decency, respect, and of the privacy rights of the victims and their families. We are demanding that those responsible for these alleged actions face the harshest possible discipline, and that their identities be brought to light, to ensure that the photos are not further disseminated. We are requesting an Internal Affairs investigation of these alleged incidents.

Mrs. Bryant is grateful to the individual who filed an online complaint exposing these acts of injustice, and for the choice to protect human dignity.

We ask that anyone else who has information as to the facts underlying these alleged grievous and shameful incidents contact our office at 816–474-8080 or email  www.robbrobb.com”

We will continue to keep you updated on this investigation. 

Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, along with seven others, tragically died in a helicopter accident on January 26th. The accident came as a huge shock to not just the basketball community, but the world as well. The last month has been filled with tributes and grieving amongst fans, family, and friends. Unfortunately, it’s become increasingly difficult for the families to properly move on as multiple disturbing reports have come out in relation to the crash site. 

Earlier today, we reported that deputies had received gruesome photos of the crash site, including the remains of the victims. What makes this disturbing is that the deputies allegedly shared the photos amongst each other. According to TMZ, the story gets even worse as one deputy, who was a trainee, tried to impress a girl at a bar with the pictures. This disturbed a bartender so much that they filed a complaint.

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In addition to this update, it was revealed that members of the fire department got the photos and now, the LA Fire Department is looking into it. These alleged transgressions have been known for three weeks and the investigation is currently ongoing.

If the investigation concludes that the alleged parties involved are guilty, they could receive some harsh punishment in relation to their jobs. Stay tuned for updates as we will be sure to bring them to you.

Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna tragically passed away in a helicopter crash on January 26th, alongside seven other people. Since the crash, there have been various tributes to the victims and fans are still in mourning. Authorities have launched an investigation into the crash and are making sure they get all of the facts straight in order to diagnose exactly what happened. 

Unfortunately, it appears as though some may have taken advantage of the situation. According to the Los Angeles Times, some deputies who were on the scene received unauthorized photos of the gruesome crash site, including the remains of the victims. These photos were allegedly shared amongst other deputies and were even discussed by first responders. Due to these allegations, the Sheriff’s Department is looking into the matter to see exactly what happened.

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Luckily, these photos were not shared with the public and we sincerely hope it’s kept that way. In fact, the Sheriff’s Department was forced to contact the families of the victims to let them know an inquiry into the situation was taking place. These families are still grieving and we can’t imagine how this latest development has affected them.

In the meantime, Vanessa Bryant has launched a lawsuit against the helicopter company that owned the aircraft that perished.

Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna were killed in a helicopter crash on January 26th in California. There were seven other people on board who also lost their lives. The news sent shockwaves throughout the NBA and the world at large. Since the tragic accident, numerous tributes have poured in for the nine victims. In fact, today, there is a public memorial at the Staples Center where Kobe and Gianna will be honored. 

Kobe’s wife, Vanessa, has made a few statements on social media since the passing of her husband and daughter. As you can imagine, Bryant is extremely hurt by what’s happened and she is looking for answers. According to TMZ, Vanessa recently filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Island Express which is the company that owned the helicopter Kobe was flying in. 

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Vanessa is saying that the helicopter never should have been allowed to fly in such terrible conditions and that the pilot, Ara George Zobayan, was flying too fast. In the report, it states that Zobayan had been punished for violating rules in the past. Court documents allege the pilot was going 180 MPH while flying through the fog.

Stay tuned for updates on this case as we will be sure to bring them to you.

Inside the NBA invaded Today recently when hosts Charles Barkley, Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Shaquille O’Neal sat down to discuss their friend Kobe Bryant. The death of the basketball icon hasn't been removed from headlines since news broke on January 26 that Kobe, his daughter Gianna, and seven of their friends all perished in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif.

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The last two weeks have been filled with people remembering Kobe with kind words and condolences, but controversy kicks up dust whenever anyone mentions the 2003 scandal where the basketball star was accused of rape by a 19-year-old hotel employee. The case never went to trial because the woman refused to testify, but she did file a civil lawsuit that was settled privately. Bryant also had to issue a public apology where he stated he truly believed their sexual encounter was consensual, but he recognized that she didn't.

Recently, Gayle King caught international heat after a clip of her interview with Lisa Leslie went viral. King probed Leslie about her opinion on Kobe's accusations, causing many to drag her on social media. The Inside the NBA hosts were asked if they believed, as journalists, it was inappropriate for King to raise those questions so soon after his death. Kenny Smith spoke at length about Kobe's influence and how we're all "imperfect people," but it was Charles Barkley's remarks that stirred up controversy.

"Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest basketball players, ever, and he had a flaw that we all know about," Barkley said. “You have to tell the picture in totality. We’re not trying to make  Kobe out to be no hero. We’re celebrating his basketball excellence. We understand what happened in Colorado. That’s fair, but two things can be true.”

People accused Barkley of betraying his friend to satisfy the media. Others wondered if Barkley would receive the same level of backlash as King. Watch the clip and check out a few reactions below.

Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven other individuals tragically passed in a helicopter crash on January 26th. The sudden passing rocked the sports world and impacted thousands upon thousands of fans everywhere who were inspired by the Mamba mentality. Kobe left behind his wife Vanessa and three daughters and the former Lakers player has been remembered with murals and memorials in numerous cities. 

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In 2003, Kobe was charged with rape and the case was dismissed after the accuser refused to testify. Kobe and the woman settled outside of court and he apologized while stating his innocence. Some individuals have linked Kobe's history to his death and one principal at Camas High School in Camas, Washington has resigned from her position after speaking publicly on the matter. After hearing about the crash, Liza Sejkora wrote on Facebook: "Not gonna lie. Seems to me that karma caught up with a rapist today." Her post pulled in a few comments with some users who agreed while others called her words "unbelievable."

"I have some personal experience that generated the visceral reaction," Liza told ABC Portland station KATU. "This was a situation where I didn't think before I posted, and I'm terribly regretful about that."

It was a day of grief and celebration on Wednesday (February 5) as loved ones of Gianna Maria-Onore Bryant gathered together at her jersey retirement ceremony. The 13-year-old lost her life alongside her NBA icon father Kobe Bryant and seven of their friends on Sunday, January 26. Students at Harbor Day Middle School gathered together inside of the gymnasium for the ceremony that included balloons, flowers, and memories of the beloved teenager.

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Grieving mother Vanessa Bryant shared the event on her Instagram page. "My Gianna. God I miss you," she penned in the caption to one of the videos. "I’ve been so lucky to have woken up to see your gorgeous face and amazing smile for 13 years. Wish it would’ve been until my last breath. Mommy loves you to the moon and back. Infinity plus 1. #2 #Mambacita #GigiBryant ❤️."

In another post, Vanessa wrote, "My Gigi. I love you! I miss you. You’ve taught us all that no act of kindness is ever too small. Mommy is still and will ALWAYS be so proud of you mamacita. ❤️#2 ?." We've added just a handful of the videos that Vanessa has shared, so watch through the touching, emotional tribute to Gianna Bryant below.

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8th Grade Team

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Jersey Retirement ?❤️

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Jersey Retirement ❤️?

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