Lana Rae Meisner, the wife of Eagles co-founder Randy Meisner, tragically died on March 6, 2016, at the age of 63 in Los Angeles, California. The incident occurred at the couple's home in Studio City. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Lana Rae Meisner was handling a rifle when it accidentally discharged, resulting in a fatal gunshot wound to her head. The police investigation concluded that the shooting was accidental.
Lana Rae was moving the rifle, which was stored in a case in a closet, when another item inside the case shifted and hit the trigger, causing the gun to fire.
The police had visited the Meisner residence earlier that same day in response to a domestic violence call. Lana Rae had reported a possibly intoxicated male suspect, which led to the officers taking a domestic violence incident report before leaving the location. Despite this earlier incident, the investigation into Lana Rae's death found no evidence of foul play. Randy Meisner was cooperative throughout the investigation, and the authorities determined that the shooting was an unfortunate accident.
There were no arrests or suspects related to Lana Rae Meisner's death, as the police and the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office both ruled it accidental. The case did not lead to any litigation or murder charges. However, it was noted that Randy Meisner had been placed under court-ordered supervision in the past due to concerns about his mental health, including suicidal ideations. Despite these concerns, the investigation into Lana Rae's death did not find any connection to these previous issues.
The tragic incident brought attention to the dangers of handling firearms and the importance of proper storage and safety measures. It also highlighted the complexities of domestic situations and the need for support and intervention in cases involving mental health and domestic violence.
