The investigation into the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa,
has taken a surprising turn. Initially, police believed there were no signs of foul play, but new evidence suggests otherwise. Their bodies were found on February 27 in their Santa Fe home, with reports indicating they had been deceased for a significant time.
Hackman, 95, was discovered in a mudroom, while Arakawa was found near prescription pills. Authorities initially suspected carbon monoxide poisoning, but tests ruled it out. A pacemaker indicated Hackman died on February 17, over a week before discovery.
A mix-up in the police report incorrectly identified the couple’s deceased dog. Investigators are awaiting toxicology and autopsy results to determine the cause of death.
