Stone Temple Pilots Issues Statement About Scott Weiland

This morning it was announced that former Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver singer Scott Weiland had passed away.

Now his former band mates Dean DeLeo, Robert DeLeo, and Eric Kretz have issued this statement online:

"Dear Scott, let us start by saying thank you for sharing your life with us. Together we crafted a legacy of music that has given so many people happiness and great memories. The memories are many, and they run deep for us.

"We know amidst the good and the bad you struggled, time and time again. It’s what made you who you were. You were gifted beyond words, Scott. Part of that gift was part of your curse.

"With deep sorrow for you and your family, we are saddened to see you go. All of our love and respect. We will miss you brother."

Although no cause of death has been revealed at this point, rumors have circulated that Weiland's death was due to serious drug abuse and reports have surfaced that cocaine was found at the scene.