Panettiere Family Alleges Ex-Boyfriend Pawned Actress’s Vintage Guitar Before Death

Lesley Vogel told The New York Times that Brian Hickerson pawned Panettiere’s belongings, including a vintage guitar, and that more of her items were stored in a unit under his control. Panettiere’s death remains under investigation with authorities reporting no signs of foul play, while Hickerson’s prior domestic-violence case and history with the actress are cited in coverage of their turbulent relationship.