Gene Hackman spent his later years far from the public eye, settling into a quiet life in Santa Fe. The sprawling home he meticulously redesigned became his sanctuary, surrounded by miles of open land. It was meant to be a peaceful retreat, but now, it has become the focus of an investigation following a grim discovery.
The Hollywood legend and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead inside their secluded residence, along with one of their dogs. They had lived there for years, choosing privacy over the limelight. But the home that once provided solace has now become the center of an ongoing inquiry. As authorities search for answers, a single image offers a rare glimpse into the place where they spent their final days.
On the afternoon of February 26, 2025, a maintenance worker arrived at Hackman’s home for routine work. As he approached the house, he noticed the front door was ajar. Through a window, he saw a woman lying motionless on the floor. Unable to enter, he immediately called 911. When authorities arrived, they found Hackman, 95, in the entryway and Arakawa, 63, in the bathroom. A space heater was placed near Arakawa’s head, while a cane lay close to Hackman’s body.
A Grman shepherd was found dead inside a closet kennel, while two other dogs were discovered alive—one inside the home and the other outside. Investigators noted no signs of forced entry, struggle, or theft. Sheriff Adan Mendoza later confirmed, “There was no indication of a struggle. There was no indication of anything that was missing from the home or disturbed that would suggest a crime had occurred.”
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