Cops Doubt Ruffalo Russian Roulette Claim

Witness' story doesn't match evidence in actor's brother's death

By Rebecca Smith Hurd, Newser User

Posted Dec 12, 2008 3:00 PM CST

(Newser) – Reports that a game of Russian roulette led to the death of actor Mark Ruffalo's brother don't match the evidence in the case, TMZ reports. Scott Ruffalo was shot in the back of the head, and police say they responded to a reported assault, not a suicide or accidental death. Shaha Mishaal Adham and Brian Scofield, who were at the scene, allege otherwise and yesterday said a third person was present.

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Shaha Adham turned herself in to police Monday Dec. 8, 2008, after authorities issued a warrant for her arrest on an attempted murder charge in the shooting of Scott Ruffalo. She was later released. (AP Photo)

Brian B. Scofield, who turned himself in to police on Monday Dec. 8, 2008 after being wanted for questioning in the death of Scott Ruffalo. Scofield was later released. (AP Photo)

Actor Mark Ruffalo attends the premiere of "Reservation Road" in Toronto. His brother, Scott Ruffalo, 39, died earlier this month at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. (AP Photo)

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Guest

Dec 16, 2008 1:43 AM CST

Sure Scott,is no one special; except to his brother Mark(and the rest of their family & friends). But no one deserves to be shot in the back of the head, excecution style! To be murdered, to have your life cut short, should not happen to anyone!

Shannonals

Dec 13, 2008 10:34 PM CST

Again, not to be mean spirited, but who cares about this guy? He's the brother of an actor, so how is this newsworthy? People are shot everyday, what makes this guy so special?

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Cops Doubt Ruffalo Russian Roulette Claim