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The Bronx DA's office has agreed to reopen the investigation into Chris Lighty's death. This victory belongs to everyone who refused to let his case be forgotten. Keep watching this space as we monitor the progress of the new investigation.

July 28, 2013

What Happened to Chris Lighty?

What Happened to Chris Lighty?

🏆 Won — 1,074 supporters Verified

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Started by Darrell Lighty 13 years, 2 months ago
On August 30, 2012 Darrell "Chris" Lighty was killed. Within 24 hours it was declared a suicide and the case was closed. DNA and gun testing to date are but two of many items that should be done to confirm the manner of death. Dr. Baden, who has been retained to perform a second autopsy has been hampered in his efforts as the evidence requested from the Bronx DA's office has not after nine months been given to him so that the autopsy can be done. What really happened to Chris? Will his children and family get justice? We implore the public for their support and those in his industry to speak out so that the questions that remain unanswered can be resolved. We implore the Bronx DA's office to officially reopen this case so that it can be investigated. If it were your loved one who died would you not want answers? So does the Lighty Family. Please help us.

Updates

July 8, 2013

We just hit 1,000 signatures. Post this link to your Facebook timeline right now and text three friends to demand that the Bronx DA finally release the evidence.

Reached 1,000 supporters

July 7, 2013

May 28, 2013

The Bronx DA still refuses to release the evidence required for a second autopsy. Email the Bronx District Attorney office today to demand they hand over these files to Dr. Baden. Post this petition link on Facebook and tag your local representatives to keep the pressure on.

Reached 100 supporters

May 21, 2013

34 Comments

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Ruth M Garcia
2 years ago Featured

Every family has the right to get the real answers to the questions they seek during these times of uncertainty. As a Mom and grandparent who too lost a Son, I wish this family justice and answers. Please open this case and redo the autopsy as this petition requires. Thank you in advance for your attention to this Very Important Matter. Sincerely a concerned Petitioner.

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Anonymous
9 years ago Featured

My mother worked with him for 3 years I believe. He was truly a happy man and a man of God. I don't believe he killed himself at all.

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Klisha Peterson
11 years ago Featured

I don't understand why this investigation was not completed. No one was questioned and the gun wasn't tested for residue? The case needs to be reopened and everything needs to be combed through, thoroughly.

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Fati Jackson - Wagner
11 years ago Featured

Please I implore you NYPD, give this Mother some closure and this family some peace. And while we know that God will always render justice in the end, there is nothing wrong with hoping for justice here on earth. Do the right thing and re-open the investigation; and ensure a thorough and complete job this time around.

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Tyra Walker
11 years ago Featured

I was a resident of nyc for over 30 worked in law enforcement, this is embarrassing come on nyc do the right thing by this family. It's not coming out your pockets they have offered to pay. How would you feel if it was your family member?

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Shalonda Tarver
11 years ago Featured

I watched Celebrity Crime Files last night about Chris Lighty... I have to admit after watching it it made me wonder like everyone else... This man I don't believe killed his self... My heart goes out to his family... May you get the answer soon to what really happened. You have my signature... Rip luv

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Justin
2 years ago

Every family deserves closure

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Yolanda
4 years ago

Righteousness for this God! May the Ancestors and Spiritual guides grant you the answers.

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