Homicide detectives were immediately sent to the scene, but it has not been confirmed if there is any reason to believe there was foul play involved in his unexpected passing.
Paparazzi later photographed paramedics and sheriff’s vehicles parked just outside of Carter’s home, which was blocked off with caution tape.
“We are extremely saddened and shocked to confirm the passing of Aaron Carter today,” his rep said in a statement shortly after news of Carter’s death hit headlines. “At the moment his cause of death is being investigated. We ask that you give the family time and they will have more information when available. We cannot express the outpouring of love coming in.”
