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Zoneboy · 12-03-2008, 09:55 PM

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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – A publicist for Mark Ruffalo says the actor's brother is fighting for his life after being shot in Beverly Hills.

Jessica Kolstad, publicist for the "Zodiac" actor, confirmed that 39-year-old Scott Ruffalo, a hairstylist, was found early Monday with a gunshot wound to the head.

Beverly Hills police spokesman Lt. Tony Lee would say only that "suspicious activity" had taken place at the location and time of the shooting, which was first reported by ETonline.

Besides "Zodiac," Mark Ruffalo has appeared in "Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind," "You Can Count on Me," "13 Going on 30" and this year's "Blindness."

Janice · 12-03-2008, 10:04 PM

That's so sad. I really like Mark Ruffalo. Years ago, he caught my eye in the movie, You Can Count On Me. He's a fantastic actor. I hope his brother pulls through.

catlover79 · 12-03-2008, 10:43 PM

That's horrible - prayers to the Ruffalo family.

Zoneboy · 12-09-2008, 11:38 AM

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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – Police cleared a woman arrested in the shooting death of actor Mark Ruffalo's younger brother after being shown evidence that the wound was self-inflicted, the result of playing with a gun, her attorney said Wednesday.

Police records confirmed that Shaha Mishaal Adham, 26, left the Beverly Hills jail, where she'd been held without bail since surrendering Monday afternoon on an attempted murder arrest warrant.

Attorney Ronald Richards said he presented evidence to detectives during a five-hour meeting Tuesday night that proved Adham did not shoot Scott Ruffalo early Dec. 1. He said Ruffalo's gunshot wound to the head was self-inflicted — that Adham was essentially a witness to a game of Russian Roulette.

"This was an accidental shooting by someone that plays with guns," Richards said. He credited police with being "more than impartial with the facts."

Richards said Adham, a friend of Scott Ruffalo's, had gone to the hairdresser's condo to retrieve keys to her sport utility vehicle, then fled the scene.

"A series of wrong decisions starting with her not staying at the scene of the shooting caused an incredible chain reaction of stupidity and bad luck," Richards said. He said she received poor legal advice from other attorneys before her surrender.

Richards said no charges would be pursued against Adham. A police sergeant said more information would be released Wednesday.

Another man wanted for questioning, Brian B. Scofield, was released after turning himself in for questioning Monday.

Scott Ruffalo, 39, died late Monday after being removed from life support at a Los Angeles hospital, police said Tuesday.

His family thanked supporters and announced the creation of a fund in his honor.

"Mark Ruffalo and his family deeply appreciate the outpouring of prayers and support during this most difficult time of the passing of Scott Ruffalo, beloved son, brother and husband," the statement read.

The family said the funeral service would be private.

Mark Ruffalo, 41, has appeared in films such as "Zodiac," "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," and this year's "Blindness."

12-03-2008, 09:55 PM	#1
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,383	Brother of Actor Mark Ruffalo Fighting for Life After Being Shot Link BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – A publicist for Mark Ruffalo says the actor's brother is fighting for his life after being shot in Beverly Hills. Jessica Kolstad, publicist for the "Zodiac" actor, confirmed that 39-year-old Scott Ruffalo, a hairstylist, was found early Monday with a gunshot wound to the head. Beverly Hills police spokesman Lt. Tony Lee would say only that "suspicious activity" had taken place at the location and time of the shooting, which was first reported by ETonline. Besides "Zodiac," Mark Ruffalo has appeared in "Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind," "You Can Count on Me," "13 Going on 30" and this year's "Blindness."
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12-03-2008, 10:43 PM	#3
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,382	That's horrible - prayers to the Ruffalo family.
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12-09-2008, 11:38 AM	#4
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,383	Update: Scott Ruffalo has Passed Away After Playing Russian Roulette Link BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – Police cleared a woman arrested in the shooting death of actor Mark Ruffalo's younger brother after being shown evidence that the wound was self-inflicted, the result of playing with a gun, her attorney said Wednesday. Police records confirmed that Shaha Mishaal Adham, 26, left the Beverly Hills jail, where she'd been held without bail since surrendering Monday afternoon on an attempted murder arrest warrant. Attorney Ronald Richards said he presented evidence to detectives during a five-hour meeting Tuesday night that proved Adham did not shoot Scott Ruffalo early Dec. 1. He said Ruffalo's gunshot wound to the head was self-inflicted — that Adham was essentially a witness to a game of Russian Roulette. "This was an accidental shooting by someone that plays with guns," Richards said. He credited police with being "more than impartial with the facts." Richards said Adham, a friend of Scott Ruffalo's, had gone to the hairdresser's condo to retrieve keys to her sport utility vehicle, then fled the scene. "A series of wrong decisions starting with her not staying at the scene of the shooting caused an incredible chain reaction of stupidity and bad luck," Richards said. He said she received poor legal advice from other attorneys before her surrender. Richards said no charges would be pursued against Adham. A police sergeant said more information would be released Wednesday. Another man wanted for questioning, Brian B. Scofield, was released after turning himself in for questioning Monday. Scott Ruffalo, 39, died late Monday after being removed from life support at a Los Angeles hospital, police said Tuesday. His family thanked supporters and announced the creation of a fund in his honor. "Mark Ruffalo and his family deeply appreciate the outpouring of prayers and support during this most difficult time of the passing of Scott Ruffalo, beloved son, brother and husband," the statement read. The family said the funeral service would be private. Mark Ruffalo, 41, has appeared in films such as "Zodiac," "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," and this year's "Blindness."
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12-03-2008, 10:04 PM	#2
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	That's so sad. I really like Mark Ruffalo. Years ago, he caught my eye in the movie, You Can Count On Me. He's a fantastic actor. I hope his brother pulls through.