Mummified Bodies of Gene Hackman and Wife Found: 9-Day Mystery Before Discovery!
by Alice Ibarra in NewsGene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found deceased in their Santa Fe home alongside one of their dogs. The discovery was deemed "suspicious", although there were no obvious signs of foul play or external trauma. Initial autopsies revealed negative carbon monoxide results, and Sheriff Adan Mendoza confirmed Hackman likely died approximately nine days before the bodies were discovered. Forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden suggests Hackman suffered a cardiac arrest due to severe heart disease, collapsing in the mudroom. Arakawa, possibly attempting to assist, may have suffered a fatal head injury or cardiac event in the bathroom. A space heater was near Arakawa, and scattered pills were found, including thyroid, blood pressure, and Tylenol medication. The dog, found in a bathroom closet, likely died from dehydration. Authorities are investigating medication found at the scene, and toxicology reports are pending. Sheriff Mendoza stated that while he believes foul play is unlikely, the investigation remains open.
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