The investigation into the deaths of Hollywood star Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa at their home in the US state of New Mexico continues. Questions about the couple's deaths have not yet found a clear answer. Details that emerged after the examination of Hackman's pacemaker raised more questions. Here are 5 questions that stand out about the "suspicious" deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, reports a2 CNN.
Arakawa was found motionless on the bathroom floor. Next to her was an open bottle of medicine and pills spilled on the floor, while Hackman was found in the entryway of the house, near the kitchen, wearing sunglasses and a cane by his side.
Many questions about the couple's death have yet to be answered.
1- How did Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa lose their lives?
According to authorities, there was no sign of forced entry into the home and no sign of any kind of violent confrontation, but only two human bodies and a pet that appeared to have died suddenly. Hackman's daughter Elizabeth initially suspected carbon monoxide poisoning, but the fire department at the scene found no signs of a leak.
2- When did they lose their lives?
The last recording from Hackman's pacemaker was on February 17, authorities said, according to CNN's A2. That suggests the time of death could be February 17. However, signs of decomposition and mummification on Arakawa's body suggest she died at least two weeks before their bodies were discovered. A staff member who works for Arakawa's mother told the Daily Mail that Arakawa had not called her mother in months, adding that the last time they spoke on the phone was in October.
3- Why were their bodies found so late?
After the maintenance workers found the bodies, they said they had not heard from Hackman and Arakawa for about two weeks. According to news reports in the US press, one possible reason why their bodies were not found immediately could be due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A2 CNN writes that friends Daniel and Barbara Lenihan said they last saw Arawaka at a store three weeks ago. The fact that Hackman and Arakawa were not often seen at public events may also be a reason why their bodies were discovered late.
4- What evidence are the authorities investigating?
Authorities said the drugs found on Arakawa were important evidence. Two cell phones, data from a digital health platform called MyQuest, and a 2025 calendar were seized from inside the home. In addition, security footage from the area where the couple lived is being examined to determine who came and went at the time of the incident.
5- What are the possible scenarios?
While authorities have not yet reached a final conclusion, they are considering several possible scenarios: Natural causes; Hackman was 95 years old and Arakawa was 64. Complications of old age may have caused their deaths.
Accidental drug poisoning: The drugs Arakawa had with her may have caused her death through careless use or an unexpected reaction.
Gas leak; Although carbon monoxide was not found, the possibility of another gas leak is still on the table. (A2 Televizion)
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