Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 65, were found deceased at their Santa Fe home alongside one of their dogs. Preliminary investigations by the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office indicate no visible signs of trauma or foul play, although investigations remain in the early stages, with autopsy and toxicology reports pending. The couple had reportedly been deceased for some time before discovery, which was made by a maintenance person. Two other dogs on the property were found alive. Investigators have also checked for possible gas leaks or carbon monoxide exposure.
In the early hours of Thursday, February 27 2025, Hackman and Arakawa were transported to the Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI). An autopsy was performed. Initial findings noted no external trauma to either individual.
Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza told a press conference the pair had been 'deceased for quite a while' but would leave further ruling to the OMI.
While there was no 'immediate' evidence of foul play, detectives confirmed the investigation was in its 'preliminary' stages.
New Mexico Gas Company tested gas lines in and around the home after the bodies were discovered, according to a search warrant, and while no signs of problems were found, a detective noted that people exposed to gas leaks or carbon monoxide may not show signs of poisoning.
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