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Judge Denies Brian Hickerson’s Felony Reduction Request

8/24/2026

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Hickerson Appeal Denied

A judge denied Brian Hickerson’s August 2026 request to reduce his felony convictions three days before her death.
Brian Hickerson was sentenced in 2021 to 45 days jail, four years probation, and a five-year restraining order.
Neighbor Mia Terrazas reported seeing Panettiere removed by firefighters on July 29 2023 and January 16 2024 with bruises.
Police seized medication Brian Hickerson said belonged to Panettiere, whose 2022 memoir detailed his abuse.

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Hayden Panettiere Death

Hayden Panettiere was found dead in Greenville, South Carolina, on August 16, 2026, with boyfriend Brian Hickerson present.
Police said there was no foul play in Panettiere’s death.
EMS administered Narcan and performed CPR after Zach Vogel called 911.
Mother Lesley Vogel alleged Hickerson pawned Panettiere’s vintage guitar and other items before her death.
The coroner’s autopsy found no trauma.

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Hickerson Appeal Denied

A judge denied Brian Hickerson’s August 2026 request to reduce his felony convictions three days before her death.
Brian Hickerson was sentenced in 2021 to 45 days jail, four years probation, and a five-year restraining order.
Neighbor Mia Terrazas reported seeing Panettiere removed by firefighters on July 29 2023 and January 16 2024 with bruises.
Police seized medication Brian Hickerson said belonged to Panettiere, whose 2022 memoir detailed his abuse.

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