Gene Hackman and Wife Found Dead Under Unclear Circumstances

Authorities are investigating the deaths of the Oscar-winning actor and his wife, with no evidence of foul play or toxic gas leaks found so far.

Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were discovered deceased in their Santa Fe home on February 26, alongside one of their three dogs, later identified as Zinna.
Initial investigations ruled out significant gas leaks or carbon monoxide poisoning as causes of death, though a small gas concentration was detected at a stove.
Hackman’s pacemaker records suggest his death occurred on February 17, with the bodies reportedly lying undiscovered for over a week.
Authorities are focusing on a pill bottle found near Arakawa’s body as a potential clue, describing it as an important and concerning piece of evidence.
No signs of external violence or forced entry have been identified, and two of the couple’s dogs were found alive and are being cared for locally.