Legendary actor Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa were found to have rodent activity on their New Mexico property, but the main residence was not infested according to a state assessment. The inspection followed the deaths of Hackman, 95, and Arakawa, 65, who died of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome.
Reports indicate that Hackman was suffering from illnesses related to aging while Arakawa appeared to be in good health before her death. The couple, known for their privacy, did not hire housekeepers and had not seen rodents in their home, although rodent traps were present.
Security footage from local stores showed Arakawa shopping for groceries and pet food before her death. Investigators confirmed the presence of rodent activity in detached buildings on the property, while the main residence was clean. The couple’s two surviving dogs were taken by a friend following their deaths.
Hackman’s death was linked to Alzheimer’s disease, while Arakawa’s cause of death was hantavirus, which spreads through contact with rodents. Their bodies were found by a maintenance worker who had gone to check on Arakawa after noticing her absence. The tragic deaths of the celebrity couple have raised questions about health and safety measures in homes in rural areas.
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