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Demi Moore to sell LA home after man found dead in pool

Moore, who was out of the country at the time, has spoken of her sadness.

Demi Moore has spoken of her devastation after a man died in the swimming pool of her Los Angeles home.

The Ghost star has spoken of her “absolute shock” after Edenilson Valle was found floating face down in the pool during the early hours of Sunday.

It is understood there was a small party at the actors home.

“I am in absolute shock,” Moore said in a statement reported in The Mirror UK.

Demi’s daughter Rumour posted a pic of the pool on Instagram.

“I was out of the country travelling to meet my daughters for a birthday celebration when I got this devastating news.

“The loss of a child is an unthinkable tragedy and my heart goes out to this young man’s family and friends.

“I ask that you please respect the privacy of all concerned during this sensitive time.”

It is understood five friends of Moore’s assistant were at the house at the time of the tragedy.

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