In brief
Prosecutor Damien Martinelli stated that the autopsy on Raphaël Graven, also known as Jean Pormanove, found no evidence of trauma in his death. Found in a residence in Contes, Graven’s death has garnered significant media attention, leading to a judicial investigation. Initial reports highlighted that his passing might be linked to medical or toxicological issues, with further tests underway to uncover more details. Colleagues and spectators noted troubling incidents during his live streams, leading to a thorough examination of the events surrounding his final moments.
French streamer Raphaël Graven, famous for his live broadcasts on the streaming platform Kick, was found deceased at a home in Contes, near Nice, earlier this week. Prosecutor Damien Martinelli informed that an autopsy concluded Graven's death was "not traumatic in origin" and no external or internal injuries were found. Authorities, including French minister Clara Chappaz who labeled the incident as “an absolute horror,” are investigating the circumstances leading to his demise.Further forensic investigation indicated the presence of a few bruises and healed lesions, but the primary cause of death seems to stem from potential medical complications, which might involve heart-related issues and a thyroid condition for which Graven had been receiving treatment. In light of his death occurring unexpectedly during a live broadcast, scrutiny from local media revealed his history of experiencing violence and sleep deprivation during streams.Law enforcement has since taken action, interviewing individuals present at the time of the death and confiscating equipment and video recordings linked to the incident to understand if they contributed to the tragedy. The streaming platform Kick has expressed its commitment to resolving the matters surrounding Graven's shocking death as the community grapples with the loss of a beloved figure.
