Michael Jackson funeral arrangements, body to return to Neverland

June 30, 1:31 PMCelebrity Headlines ExaminerColleen Starr

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Michael Jackson fans take pictures at the gates of the late pop star's former residence, Neverland Ranch, in Los Olivos, Calif., Monday, June 29, 2009. (AP Photo/Michael A. Mariant)

**UPDATE** Michael Jackson's public memorial will not be held at Neverland Ranch

We reported days ago that Michael Jackson may be buried at Neverland. While Michael Jackson's funeral arrangements have not been officially announced, there is a recent development. According to TMZ Michael Jackson's body will return to Neverland on Thursday morning. The report says, law enforcement sources tell TMZ upwards of a 30 car motorcade,  including Jackson's body, will be traveling from Los Angeles to Neverland at 10 AM on Thursday.

It is not clear at this point if Michael Jackson will be buried at Neverland or if this will be a stop in the funeral procession. If Jackson body is to be buried at Neverland there are a few legal issues that first need to be taken care of. A permit would be needed to bury a body on private property. Many who live around the Neverland ranch do not want it to become like Graceland. They fear the visitors would overwhelm the small roads.

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Michael Jackson's memorial service at the Staples Center, how to get tickets

Many fans believe Michael would have wanted to be buried there. Please comment below and let us know what you think.

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