The ongoing investigation into the shocking death of Michael Jackson is going federal according to Los Angeles based sources close to the LAPD.

In an update issued earlier today, sources say the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is now stepping in to assist investigators with  potential doctors and drug use. Furthermore, it appears the DEA will be able to assist with illicit drug manufacuterers and substances police may be unfamiliar with.

Since Jackson’s unfortunate death last week, there has been much speculation over an alleged prescription drug abuse situation with everyone from Jackson’s nurse to an attorney and friends claiming the King of Pop had been taking several drugs including painkillers.

Jackson died last Thursday, June 25 after experiencing complications with cardiac arrest. He was 50