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Papers: Benoit Got 'Excessive' Steroids

The amount of testosterone prescribed to pro wrestler Chris Benoit far exceeded the normal amount for a hormone disorder he was purportedly being treated for, federal prosecutors said in new court papers.

Steroids Found in Pro Wrestler's Body

Pro wrestler Chris Benoit had more than 10 times the normal level of testosterone in his system when he killed his wife and young son and hanged himself, but investigators could not say if it played a role in the killings.

Benoit Bought Many Steroids, Papers Say

The pro wrestler who strangled his wife and son and committed suicide last month bought injectable steroids excessively, according to court papers released Monday. His doctor was charged with improperly prescribing drugs to other patients.

Benoit's Dad: Tox Tests May Give Answers

The father of pro wrestler Chris Benoit said Friday that he was eager to see whether chemical tests can help explain why Benoit killed his wife and son and committed suicide, acts the wrestler's father said he had no clue were coming.

Wrestler and Wife Argued Over Child Care

In the days before pro wrestler Chris Benoit killed his wife and child and hanged himself, the couple argued over whether he should stay home more to take care of their mentally retarded 7-year-old son, an attorney for the wrestling league said Wednesday.

Benoit Strangled Wife, Smothered Son

Pro wrestler Chris Benoit strangled his wife, suffocated his 7-year-old son and placed a Bible next to their bodies before hanging himself with the pulley of a weight machine, authorities said Tuesday.

Wrestler Benoit Found Dead With Family

Pro wrestler Chris Benoit canceled a pay-per-view appearance at the "Vengeance" event in Houston because of "personal reasons" a day before he, his wife and their 7-year-old son were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide.

The Vine

Book Review #2: Ring Of Hell: The Story Of Chris Benoit And The Fall Of The Pro Wrestling Industry

When I first heard about what happened in late June 2007 about the Benoit Double murder/suicide, I was utterly shocked.

Sky News: WWE Stars Banned After Steroid Probe
Source: Sky.com

WWE has suspended 10 of its wrestlers for breaching rules on testing for steroids and other drugs.

Running Wrestling's Empire
Source: The New York Times

Linda E. McMahon, C.E.O. of World Wrestling Entertainment, talks about Chris Benoit, revenue growth, international expansion and more.

Death in the Squared Circle

The news today that wrestler Chris Benoit had evidence of the steroid testosterone in his body came as little surprise to those of us who've followed this case since his body, along with those of his wife and young son were found by police at the family's Georgia home on June 25.

Taking Out the Trash: Of Gladiators and Porn Stars
Source: Scholars & Rogues

"Welcome to the first installment of Taking Out the Trash, a new feature where I pander to the lowest common denominator and wallow shamelessly in the seething muck that is our popular culture. If we offend, give us your hands.

Stamford teen posted entry on death of wrestler's wife
Source: stamfordadvocate.com

STAMFORD - The Wikipedia poster who flummoxed investigators by announcing the death of wrestler Chris Benoit's wife before police discovered the murder is a 19-year-old Stamford man and wrestling fan, authorities said.

Benoit's doctor faces seven-count indictment
Source: Sports Illustrated

ATLANTA (AP) -- The personal doctor of pro wrestler Chris Benoit was charged Monday with improperly dispensing painkillers and other drugs.

Chris Benoit; Heel or Hero?

Warning this article may not sit well with some and many may disagree with my assessment and that is understandable. Many are feeling anger, sadness and confusion over these events and I try to put this in perspective as best I can partly for myself and for others.

The College Student Who 'Knew' About the Benoit Murder-Suicide Before Police

Note: Information gathered in this report and more information not published here was turned over to ABC News who subsequently attempted to contact one of the subjects involved. According to their report, the subject flatly denied any involvement.

On Monday he was a hero, now Chris Benoit is the villian.
Source: Wrestlezone.com

WWE has removed all articles pertaining to Chris Benoit & his family on their web site this afternoon.

Wrestler's killings 'not roid rage'
Source: Australian News Network

WRESTLING body WWE has rejected rumours that superstar Chris Benoit murdered his wife and young son as a result of "roid rage", after police said steroids were found in the house where the shocking crimes took place.

The Benoit Tragedy

As most of you probably know, Chris Benoit, his wife Nancy, and his son Daniel were discovered yesterday in their home dead.

Wrestler Chris Benoit family murdered
Source: www.pitchmy.com

The family of wrestler Chris benoit has been found dead in Fayetteville. Investigators have referred to it as a suicide-murder.

WWE's Chris Benoit and Family Found Dead in Their Atlanta Home
Source: Associated Content

WWE's Chris Benoit and Family Found Dead in Their Atlanta Home

WWE Friday Night Smackdown summary (Jan. 13)
Source: Wrestling Observer

A summary of the weekly Friday Night Smackdown for January 13, 2006 with the crowning of new World and U.S. champions.

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