Horrifying state of Gene Hackman's home as fans repulsed by 'infestation'

Startling police images have surfaced, exposing the deplorable conditions of Gene Hackman's residence, where the esteemed actor and his wife - whose wife's heartbreaking final purchase 'showed couple's agony' - were found deceased in February. Pictures show that the Santa Fe home was in complete disarray , with authorities describing it as a "breeding ground for infestation" upon finding numerous dead rodents, their waste, and nests throughout. Gene, 95, died due to complications from severe heart disease, hypertension, and late-stage Alzheimer's, while his spouse, Betsy Arakawa, 65, died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare disease spread by rodents.

X users expressed dismay over Gene's household situation. Gene Hackman's wife's final hours uncovered in heartbreaking new footage Gene Hackman's New Mexico property has scary update as pictures emerge of home "This honestly isn't fair. They were both elderly and not in good health.



They couldn't take care of themselves let alone their house. This should not be the way they were remembered or exploited," commented one X user. Another lamented: "This story keeps getting sadder.

Did no one look in on them?" Redacted body camera footage reveals officers inspecting the property, observing no signs of forced entry or anything amiss with the couple's belongings when discovering their bodies. The video captures the sight of prescription bottles on a bathroom counter, accompanied by the sound of one of the couple's dogs barking. A court initially sealed all photographs, video clips, and documents relating to the case with a temporary injunction due to privacy concerns.

Gene's estate and Betsy's mother sought to extend this order but were overruled as the court granted permission for the release of investigative records, excluding any visual evidence depicting the deceased's remains. Chaos reigned in the home of the couple according to fresh details disclosed. The police unearthed a scene of disarray as they combed through the kitchen into bedrooms and cramped spaces overwhelmed by an array of personal belongings—including clothing, toiletries, medication bottles, pet crates, and reading materials—as per the Irish Star.

While certain areas remained somewhat organized, others teetered on complete pandemonium. An example was a bathroom where a bathtub overflowed with random contents like boxes, books, papers, a fan, and even a dog crate. Countertops were strewn with an assortment of items from medication to hairbrushes, a phone, and charging cables.

Amongst the assorted finds were COVID-19 tests and Betsy's thyroid medication. One bathroom revealed a toilet bowl spoiled with waste, while a bloodied pillow was discovered in one of the bedrooms. Such findings have led to alarming headlines, such as "Gene Hackman's medical report finds 'infested' home a 'breeding ground' for hantavirus.

" Revealing the tragic events surrounding Gene Hackman's wife's passing, headlines screamed: "Gene Hackman's wife's desperate search for answers on day she died revealed," alongside, "Gene Hackman mystery bombshells from bizarre phone call to disturbing home update." The police found a chaotic scene inside the home. Clothes piled up high, with dry-cleaned dresses still wrapped and shoeboxes towering in closets, all while random garments littered the floor.

In contrast, the kitchen seemed tidier but overflowed with groceries that had started to decay on the counters. Deputies uncovered the grim reality through bodycam video as they navigated the expansive property and the rooms where the couple was found deceased. Loyal to the end, one of their dogs hovered near Betsy's obscured form as law enforcement made their initial inspection of the house.

A deputy, taken aback by the surroundings, quietly remarked, "They say they're very private people, like very," amidst the chilling scene. The rodent problem was undeniable, with evidence of infestation across three garages, two guest houses, and multiple sheds. Their encounters ranged from finding a live rodent, discovering a deceased one, and locating a nest, all within different outbuildings.

Two vehicles showed clear signs of rodent inhabitation, and the numerous live traps around the structures underscored the severity of the infestation. Following the revelation of these somber details, it was shared by friends of the respected actor that he and his wife had been privately interred in a funeral service attended solely by family members, including Gene's three children, and close friends. Their love story began in the mid-'80s and blossomed as they started living together, eventually finding tranquility in New Mexico .

Gene's cinematic journey was marked by a variety of roles, beginning in 1961 with Mad Dog Coll. However, his most unforgettable performances include portraying the evil Lex Luthor in Superman and a coach seeking redemption in the heartwarming classic Hoosiers. With five Oscar nominations under his belt, Gene clinched the best actor award for The French Connection in '72 and best supporting actor two decades later for Unforgiven.

He then withdrew from the limelight to relish a serene life in New Mexico . Betsy was born in Hawaii in December 1959 and spent her formative years in Honolulu. She pursued piano studies and, at the tender age of 11 as a sixth-grader, she showcased her talent in youth concerts at the Honolulu International Center Concert Hall, mesmerizing thousands of students, as per a 1971 report by the Honolulu Star-Bulletin.

She furthered her education at the University of Southern California and supported the Aztecs, a professional soccer team in the North American Soccer League. Betsy also acquired industry experience working as a production assistant on the TV game show Card Sharks. As per New Mexico 's business records, Betsy held the position of vice president at Pandora's, a Santa Fe-based home decor and furnishing store.

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