New details have emerged regarding the deaths of American actor Gene Hackman and his wife, pianist Betsy Arakwa. The investigation reportedly revealed that the sprawling residence where the bodies were found was infested with rats. This discovery is especially significant considering the cause of Arakwa's death: according to the medical examiner, she suffered from hantavirus, a rare disease that occurs when one comes into contact with rodent feces, saliva, or urine. It's worth remembering that both bodies were found on February 26 and that they had been dead for days, as indicated by the state of decomposition. Hackman, who suffered from advanced Alzheimer's disease, is believed to have died almost a week later than his wife due to severe heart disease.

Actor Gene Hackman's death was due to natural causes. Autopsy results were released on Friday, revealing that the actor died of heart disease. His wife died of a hantavirus infection a week before him. The bodies of Hackman and his wife were found dead at their home in New Mexico. Authorities initially considered the deaths suspicious, so they opened an investigation. Initial tests to determine the cause of death ruled out carbon monoxide poisoning.

The death of actor Gene Hackman, found by police in his home, along with the bodies of his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and one of the couple's dogs, continues to reveal mysterious new details. Authorities have now confirmed that the actor The French connection He had died nine days before his body was located.