Hayden Panettiere’s Neighbor “Terrified” of Brian Hickerson, Called Police Multiple Times - E! News
Following the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, neighbors have come forward describing a pattern of erratic and frightening behavior by her boyfriend, Brian Hickerson. Police records indicate multiple calls regarding disturbances at the couple's residence.
Why it matters
The report sheds light on the volatile nature of the relationship and raises questions about domestic safety and police intervention protocols.
New information has emerged regarding Hayden Panettiere ’s relationship with Brian Hickerson .
Following the Heroes star’s death on Aug. 16 at the age of 36 , Panettiere’s West Hollywood, Calif., neighbor Mia Terrazas detailed the fear she felt in the presence of the actress’ on-again-off-again boyfriend.
Panettiere’s cause of death has not been determined, although authorities have confirmed she suffered an apparent overdose and have ruled out foul play during the preliminary investigation.
Police also stated Hickerson was present at the South Carolina apartment complex where Panettiere was found unresponsive.
“There were times where he ripped apart her bathroom,” Terrazas told Inside Edition in an interview published Aug. 19, “where he just took a sledgehammer at five in the morning.”
“I was terrified of him, and I have a concealed carry,” she added, “so that's saying a lot. I was terrified.”
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