A Call for Justice: Rectifying Marilyn Monroe's Death

The Issue

For over six decades, the circumstances surrounding the death of Marilyn Monroe have remained cloaked in secrecy, suspicion, and contradiction. As a seasoned private investigator, I have spent years studying the case in depth, and I am convinced that the official cause of death—suicide—does not align with the facts. It is long past time that Marilyn's death certificate be corrected and a new, independent criminal investigation be opened.

The Suicide Narrative Falls Apart Under Scrutiny

The official story—that Marilyn took her own life—is not supported by the available evidence. On the contrary, it is contradicted by the following critical points:

Unquestioned Witnesses with Suspicious Behavior: Two key figures—Sgt. Marvin D. Iannone and Pat Newcomb—were present at the scene of Marilyn’s death, yet neither has ever been thoroughly investigated. Both left the country for extended periods shortly after the incident. Pat Newcomb’s subsequent employment with the U.S. Information Agency raises further questions about her potential role in a cover-up.

Law Enforcement Complicity: Iannone, then a police officer, was reportedly seen assisting Peter Lawford in cleaning up the scene of Marilyn’s death. His known connections to Bobby Kennedy deepen concerns that her death may have involved powerful individuals—and that a conspiracy to obstruct justice took place.

A Failure to Investigate: Despite the disturbing inconsistencies, law enforcement never conducted a complete and impartial investigation. Key witnesses were never interrogated under oath, forensic evidence was compromised or ignored, and crucial timelines were altered or left unexplained.

The Evidence Points to Murder

Despite the passage of time, the core facts remain unchanged—and they point not to suicide, but to homicide. The individuals involved, the sequence of events, and the glaring inconsistencies in the investigation all demand renewed scrutiny. This is not speculation. This is a call for truth.

A Moral and Legal Imperative

Correcting Marilyn Monroe’s death certificate is not merely symbolic—it is a necessary first step toward justice. Those responsible for her death, as well as those who helped conceal the truth, must be held accountable—regardless of their status or whether they are still living. History deserves accuracy. Marilyn Monroe deserves justice.

I am calling on the United States Attorney General to open a new, full-scale criminal investigation into the death of Marilyn Monroe. This is not only a matter of historical significance—it is a moral obligation. We owe it to Marilyn, to her legacy, and to the pursuit of truth.

Rob Bonta

California Attorney General

Email: Rob.Bonta@doj.ca.gov

Jim McDonnell

Los Angeles Chief of Police

Email:  contact.lapdonline@gmail.com

Dr. Odey C. Ukpo

County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner

Email: oukpo@coroner.lacounty.gov

Nathan J. Hochman

Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

Email:  info@da.lacounty.gov

Pam Bondi

US Attorney General

Email: pam.bondi@usdoj.gov

Email:AskDOJ@usdoj.gov

Anthony Summers

There are two new articles in which Summers claims he is a friend of Pat Newcomb. I know this to be true because I am very close friends with Pat; she told me a lot about that night. She even talked to me about Summers. She will be upset when I tell her about this article. 

She said she didn't want him talking about her, and he did. She asked him not to mention her name in any articles, yet he said some negative things about her in these two articles this week. This is what he said in the articles: 

"However, he reveals that one of her (Marilyn Monroe) surviving friends knows the secret behind her last moments. Monroe's former press agent, Pat Newcomb, can reportedly answer the lingering questions about her death, per Summers. 

And, He said: "She (Newcomb) has always been courteous - yet told me little or nothing at all about the actress's relationship with the Kennedys and the events of her last hours. Newcomb has said two things, one, that my book gets things about right, and two, that she herself has 'forgotten' the details."

So, which is it, Summers? She doesn't remember, or she doesn't want to tell you? 

Let me tell you, Summers, SHE DOES NOT WANT TO TELL YOU!   It's as simple as that, so stop using Newcomb to get more press. 

Ambulance Report

According to Ambulance Report, on The evening of August 4, 1962, James Hall and his partner, Murray Liebowitz, were returning to the UCLA Medical Center When they received an emergency call to 12305 fifth Helena Drive. Hall recalled, “ we were real close practically right around the corner. We were at her within two minutes.” When they arrived a hysterical woman led them to a small guest cottage, separate from the main house, Where they found Marilyn Monroe lying nude face up on the bed. Her respiration and heartbeat were slight; her pulse was weak and rapid. Because CPR requires strong back support, Hall and Liebowitz moved Monroe from the bed to the floor of an adjoining foyer and, placing an airway tube to facilitate breathing, they began resuscitation. Hall recalled, “ the Hysterical woman was giving us trouble. She was trying to climb over us to get to Miss Monroe while I was working on her. She was Screaming She's Dead! She's Dead! Over and over again…. She was hampering what we were doing, but I don't think even a slap on her face would have calm her down-she was that crazy.” “Soon I was getting a perfect exchange of air from Miss Monroe,” “ Her color was starting to come back. I felt she was doing well enough that we could safely take her to the Hospital. I said to Murray “get the gurney.” At that moment a man carrying a doctor's bag entered the guest cottage and said, “ I'm her doctor. Give her positive pressure.” Hall was surprised by the doctor's decision because the resuscitator was doing its job. “ But you never argue with a doctor at the scene of an emergency –never.” You'd lose your job.” Hall said. “So I took the resuscitator off” and began to give her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation while the doctor gave her CPR.” As Her vital signs deteriorated, the doctor opened his bag and pulled out a syringe with a heart needle affixed to it. He filled the syringe from a pharmaceutical bottle of adrenaline. The doctor then attempted to inject the stimulant into her heart in an attempt to revive her. “ he did it at an incorrect angle,” according to Hall, “ the needle hit a rib. Instead of backing it out. He just leaned on it.” Hall stated that he believed Marilyn Monroe Expired at that moment,”  Placing the stethoscope on her chest, the doctor couldn't find a heartbeat, and according to Hall, he said “You can leave, I'm going to pronounce her dead.” While James Hall was writing his report a man in a jumpsuit was trying to calm down the Hysterical woman, who was repeatedly sobbing, “ She's dead! She’s dead!” Hall noticed that a police officer arrived and spoke to the man in the Jumpsuit. Hall later identified the hysterical woman as "PAT NEWCOMB” The man in the jumpsuit as “PETER LAWFORD” The doctor as “RALPH GREENSON” and the police officer as sergeant Marvin Iannone.  {In 1992 James Hall underwent a series of a polygraph tests conducted by Don Fraser of Arcadia, California, a state-Licensed polygraph examiner who majored in police science at the University of South California.}  Fraser states: " There's no question that James Hall is telling the truth. His story regarding the scene and circumstances of Miss Monroe's death is absolutely true. He passed every question in several exhaustive polygraph examinations."

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