Police reveal Gene Hackman tested negative for carbon monoxide
In light of the tragic passing of Gene Hackman, authorities have conducted a study and found that he tested negative for carbon monoxide poisoning.
The 95-year-old actor was found dead in his home along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and his dog on February 26th, 2025. He was first found in his home by a maintenance worker, who later notified authorities and pronounced the couple dead in their home.
While Hackman’s family initially suspected carbon monoxide as the cause of his death, Santa Fe police have confirmed during a press conference that they found no substantial evidence of carbon monoxide poisoning. This follows in conjunction with initial reports showing that there were no clear signs of a gas leak when entering the premises.
The initial medical records also checked for any abnormalities in Hackman’s pacemaker at the time of his death. However, further findings have found that there had been unexpected events since February 17th, nine days before he was found.
In an affidavit conducted by the Santa Fe police, the couple was discovered showing “obvious signs of death, body decomposition, bloating in her face and mummification in both hands and feet”. Hackman and his wife were found on different sides of their house, with Arakawa being found next to a prescription bottle with pills scattered all over the countertop. While the Santa Fe police have ceased the medication, they are not releasing the specifics at this time.
Nevertheless, the documents had labelled their deaths as “suspicious” and said that a thorough investigation needed to take place to understand what caused their deaths. In closing, the Santa Fe police department announced that Hackman’s death is still ongoing and that they will be reviewing various items that were ceased at the scene, including a 2025 day planner and both of the decedents’ cell phones.
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