Longtime AP bureau chief Andy Lippman, who led coverage of the O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 78

A veteran journalist has passed away. Andy Lippman, a longtime Associated Press bureau chief, died at his home in Tucson. He was 78 years old.

Lippman had a 39-year career with the AP, leading coverage of major events. Lippman's death was reported by his brother, Glenn. The cause of death was multiple system atrophy, a rare brain disease.

Further details about Lippman's life and career are available from KSAT 12's source.