Citing the Los Angeles Police Department, CBS News previously reported Petty had died.
But in a statement online, the LAPD walked back reports of the singers demise.
The LAPD has no information about the passing of singer Tom Petty.
Initial information was inadvertantly provided to some media sources, the department wrote.
However, the LAPD has no investigative role in this matter.
We apologize for any inconvenience in this reporting.
The 66-year-old was reportedlyfound in his Malibu, California home on Sunday night.
Im thinking it may be the last trip around the country,Petty toldRolling Stone.
Its very likely well keep playing, but will we take on 50 shows in one tour?
I dont think so.
Id be lying if I didnt say I was thinking this might be the last big one.
Were all on the backside of our sixties.
I have a granddaughter now Id like to see as much as I can.
I dont want to spend my life on the road.
This tour will take me away for four months.
With a little kid, thats a lot of time.
