Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition
On May 22, 2009, Torch Energy Royalty Trust reported its cash distribution payable on June 10, 2009. A copy of the press release is furnished with this report as exhibit 99.1.
The information in this report is being furnished pursuant to Item 2.02 "Results of Operations and Financial Condition", not filed, for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). This information shall not be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
(d) Exhibits.

99.1 Torch Energy Royalty Trust Press Release dated May 22, 2009 (furnished not filed).

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