Gene Hackman died of famine and other health problems, his wife died from contact with rats!
The authorities officially announced the cause of death for the legendary actor Gene hackman and his wife, Betsy ArakawaDepending on weeks of speculation.
Officials confirm Hantavirus and heart disease as causes of death
Friday, the medical examiner of Santa Fe published their results, confirming that Hackman, 95, died of hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases, with advanced Alzheimer’s disease listed as a significant contributory factor. His wife, Betsy Arakawa, succumbed to Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome – a rare but fatal disease transmitted by contact with infected rodents.
Hackman has tested negative for Hantavirus, excluding any possibility that he has contracted the disease.
Chronology of deaths
Dr. Heather Jarrell, speaking at a press conference, revealed that Hackman was “in very bad health” leading to his death. She said he died on February 17, about a week after Arakawa’s death.
“Based on the circumstances, it is reasonable to conclude that Ms. Hackman died first, on February 11 being the last time she was known to be alive,” said Jarrell.
Jarrell also noted that there was evidence that Hackman had not eaten for several days before his death, also indicating the challenges he could have faced in his last days.
Alzheimer’s impact in the last days of Hackman
The sheriff of the County of Santa Fe, Adan Mendoza, weighed on the tragic chronology, suggesting that Hackman was perhaps not aware that his wife had died due to his advanced Alzheimer’s disease.
“I guess this is the case, given his Alzheimer’s status, that Mr. Hackman was able to live alone and survive,” said Mendoza.
Investigation into the death of the couple’s dog
In addition to the couple, their dog was also found died inside their house. Officials confirmed that the dog was in a box at the time, although more details remain unknown. A necropsy is pending to determine the cause of the death of the animal.
With the cause of death, now confirmed, investigators think that the tragic death of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa is the result of causes and natural diseases, rather than any external game. The case remains a heartbreaking end for the life of the Hollywood icon.
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