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'Jackson doctor arrest expected'

Michael Jackson's personal physician could be arrested on suspicion of manslaughter within the next two weeks, it has been reported.

Dr Conrad Murray's role in the superstar's death is currently being probed by US authorities, but US TV network Fox News said his arrest on suspicion of manslaughter is expected the week after next.

Jane Robison, spokeswoman for the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office, said police had not yet decided on any charges.

She said: "Until police complete their investigation and bring it to our office, there is no way to know what charges may be filed and against whom."

Dr Murray, 51, was at Jackson's side when the 50-year-old King of Pop died on June 25.

Over the past month, two offices connected to Dr Murray have been searched by police, as has his home.

It has emerged that Jackson's mother Katherine is considering filing a wrongful death lawsuit over the circumstances surrounding her son's death.

Dr Murray - who has been interviewed by police a number of times - has posted a short video message on YouTube in which he thanked supporters and assured them he had told the truth.

He said: "Your messages give me strength and courage and keep me going. They mean the world to me. Please don't worry, as long as I keep God in my heart and you in my life I will be fine. I have done all I can do. I told the truth and I have faith that truth will prevail."

He has not been named as an official suspect, but court records have identified him as the subject of a manslaughter investigations.

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