E'Dena Hines, the step-grandaughter of American actor, Morgan Freeman, was stabbed to death early Sunday, allegedly by her boyfriend, police in New York said.
Morgan Freeman's granddaughter stabbed to death
The step-granddaughter of award-winning actor Morgan Freeman was killed by her boyfriend early Sunday in a disturbed attempt at an exorcism, according to a published report.
Elena Hines and Morgan Freeman
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"The world will never know her artistry and talent, and how much she had to offer. Her friends and family were fortunate enough to have known what she meant as a person," Freeman said in a statement.
"Her star will continue to shine bright in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace."
Police responding to a 911 call in Washington Heights before 3 a.m. Sunday found Hines lying in the street. The 33-year-old had been stabbed multiple times in the upper body, the New York Police Department said.
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She was brought to Harlem Hospital, where she was pronounced dead, the report said.
Authorities didn't say what led to the stabbing.
Police took Hines' 30-year-old boyfriend into custody and he was sent to Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center for a psychiatric evaluation. Officials have not released his name.
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