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We may find out this week what killed Prince. The music icon was found dead April 21 at his Paisley Park complex in Chanhassen. 

What we could learn from Prince's autopsy

His life and music


An autopsy was performed soon after the body was discovered and since then an investigation has been underway to determine the exact cause of death. 


The Midwest Medical Examiner's Office, based in Anoka County, is leading that investigation. They have indicated that the results should be released soon. 


MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with the chief medical examiner for Hennepin County, Dr. Andrew Baker, about what information the public can expect to get, and not get.

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Prince: His life and music

An autopsy was performed soon after Prince's body was discovered. Since then, an investigation has been underway to determine the exact cause of death.

We may find out this week what killed Prince. The music icon died on April 21st at his Paisley Park complex in Chanhassen. An autopsy was performed soon after the body was discovered and since then an investigation has been underway to determine the exact cause of death.  But some of the information from the medical examiner on the case may not be made public.

Prince autopsy: What might not be released publicly?

Prince presents the award for favorite album. 

Prince autopsy: What might not be released publicly?

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