In the video, police officers talk to two workers. The workers say they saw someone lying on the floor inside the house. There was no sign of a break-in, and nothing looked strange at first. But the workers were worried about the people inside.
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At first, police thought it might be a medical problem. They also checked if there was a gas leak or carbon monoxide, which can be deadly without leaving marks. But after looking more, they found that was not the case. One worker still felt uneasy and said, “Something’s not right.” The police were careful and made sure to check everything before making a decision.
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Finding the Cause of Death
A week later, doctors found out what happened. Gene Hackman, who was 95 years old, died from heart disease. This is common in older people and can cause sudden death. He also had Alzheimer’s disease, which made his health worse.
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His wife, Betsy Arakawa, who was 65 years old, died from hantavirus. This is a rare and serious disease that comes from rodents. It was shocking because hantavirus is not common. Investigators tried to find out where she got it from. Maybe there were rodents in the house. Her cause of death made people ask more questions.
Keeping Things Private
The police only showed some parts of the video from the scene. The family did not want photos or videos of Gene Hackman and his wife’s home to be shared. They asked the court to stop the release of any private images. The court agreed because of their right to privacy.
This case made people talk about what should be private and what the public should know. It might change how similar cases are handled in the future.
Love for Their Pets
The video also showed the couple’s dogs. A dog trainer said they loved their pets and took good care of them. Their house had many pet toys, showing they cared about their animals.
But a sad thing was found. One dog was dead inside a crate near Betsy Arakawa. It likely died from hunger and thirst. This made people wonder how long the couple had been unresponsive before they were found. Losing not just them but also a pet made the story even more heartbreaking.
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Investigation and Public Interest
People are still very interested in what happened. The police say there was no crime, but Betsy Arakawa’s rare illness makes people curious. The media and the public want more answers.
Officials promise to keep looking into the case and share any new information. The deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa are sad for their family, friends, and fans. Many people admired them, and their passing has touched many hearts.