More police videos show early days of Gene Hackman investigation
Authorities in New Mexico have released additional videos as part of their investigation into the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, whose bodies were discovered on February 26 at their Santa Fe home. The Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office, following a court order, has been making these records public with sensitive images redacted. Newly released footage includes police body camera videos from early in the investigation, showing detectives searching for Arakawa’s laptop and interviewing workers for more information. Arakawa's death was attributed to hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, while Hackman died a week later from heart disease compounded by Alzheimer's. Their pet dog also succumbed to dehydration and starvation, prompting a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding these deaths.
Authorities have provided new videos in the investigation into the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, which occurred in late February at their Santa Fe residence.
Following a court order, the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office has released police body camera videos, ensuring all sensitive images are appropriately redacted, as part of their ongoing investigation.
Detectives are seen in the videos searching the couple's home for Arakawa’s laptop and other potential evidence, and interviewing workers who had access to the property.
The investigation revealed that Betsy Arakawa died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare rodent-borne disease, while Gene Hackman passed away a week later due to heart disease with Alzheimer’s complications.
Footage also includes detectives reviewing security tapes from a local pharmacy where Arakawa was last seen, attempting to piece together her final days.
A pest control worker reported his last sighting of Hackman about a month prior to the discovery, noting Hackman's frail appearance and use of a cane.
The couple’s dog was found dead from dehydration and starvation, raising additional questions about the circumstances leading to the tragic events.