Betsy Arakawa researched hantavirus symptoms before death, records show
Bodycam footage released Tuesday from inside Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's Sante Fe home showed their German shepherd "guarding her" body, a sheriff's deputy said.
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Bodycam footage from Hackman home released
Police have released bodycam video of actor Gene Hackman's home from the day he and his wife were found dead. According to the investigation report, Hackman's wife had been searching the internet for information on flu symptoms and breathing techniques. Officials say she died from a hantavirus, a rare disease spread by rodents.
Hantavirus, which killed Gene Hackman's wife, linked to 3 deaths in rural California town
Three people in a rural California town have died from hantavirus, the same infection that authorities said killed Gene Hackman's wife earlier this year.
Judge blocks release of records showing bodies of Gene Hackman, wife
The ruling allows the possible release of redacted police body camera video and other investigative materials, including images of the couple's dead dog.
New details on Gene Hackman, wife's last days
Actor Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa, called a medical concierge service in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Feb. 11 -- one day after authorities previously reported her last known activity, and two weeks before she and Hackman were found dead, investigators confirmed Monday. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
What we know about deaths of Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa
Gene Hackman died of heart disease and Betsy Arakawa's cause of death was hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, officials said.
Gene Hackman's wife called medical concierge service before she died
Betsy Arakawa, who died from hantavirus, called a medical concierge service two weeks before she and Gene Hackman were found dead.
Gene Hackman, wife cause of death
New Mexico officials provided new information on the investigation into the causes of death of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. CBS News' Carter Evans reports, and Dr. Owais Durrani, an emergency medicine physician, joins CBS News with more on the medical conditions discussed.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's dog likely died of starvation, dehydration
The report noted that the stomach of the dog that belonged to Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa was mostly empty except for small amounts of hair and bile.
Gene Hackman's estate trying to block release of death probe records
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What to know about death of Gene Hackman
Authorities revealed new information on Friday about the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. Hackman died of heart disease, officials said, and Arakawa was killed by hantavirus. Investigators laid out a timeline as to how it happened.
Gene Hackman, wife's cause of death announced by New Mexico officials
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Cause of death for Gene Hackman, wife
Officials have revealed a tragic timeline for how legendary actor Gene Hackman spent his final days. Both Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes, with her dying days before him in a separate room.
What to know about hantavirus pulmonary syndrome
Betsy Arakawa died from hantavirus days before her husband, actor Gene Hackman, died of heart disease, New Mexico officials said.
Gene Hackman and wife's cause of death released
New Mexico officials have announced the cause of death for actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, a week after they were found dead at their home in Santa Fe. Carter Evans has the latest, then Dr. Celine Gounder explains hantavirus -- the rare rodent-borne illness behind Arakawa's death.
What to know about Hackman, wife's deaths
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman's cause of death was revealed by investigators on Friday. Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home on Feb. 26. CBS News' Carter Evans and Dr. Celine Gounder report.
More details expected on Hackman's death
More details are expected on the investigation into the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. CBS News' Carter Evans has more.
Remembering Gene Hackman
Actor Gene Hackman, who appeared in more than 70 films and won two Academy Awards (for "The French Connection" and "Unforgiven"), was found dead at his home near Santa Fe, N.M. this week. He was 95. Correspondent Mo Rocca looks back on Hackman's brilliant career, and talks with Brad Dourif (Hackman's co-star in "Mississippi Burning") and Hollywood Reporter chief film critic David Rooney about a star who refused to be typecast.
Hackman and wife's deaths not due to carbon monoxide, officials say
Authorities in New Mexico continue to investigate the cause of death of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, but they say it does not appear to be carbon monoxide poisoning.
Gene Hackman likely died days before bodies found
New Mexico police are still seeking clues into the mysterious deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife. Investigators have ruled out many theories about their deaths, like carbon monoxide poisoning. Tom Hanson has the latest details.
Investigating deaths of Gene Hackman, wife
Unanswered questions remain about the death of two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. The couple was found dead this week in their New Mexico home. On Friday, authorities ruled out carbon monoxide poisoning and said Hackman may have been dead for several days before he was found.
Update on Gene Hackman's final moments
New Mexico police say the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife appear suspicious enough to warrant a full investigation. The 911 caller says they found the couples' bodies in their Santa Fe home on Wednesday. CBS News reporter Karen Hua reports.
Officials give update on Gene Hackman's death
The Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office spoke with reporters on Friday about the investigation into Gene Hackman and his wife's deaths. The Oscar-winning actor, Betsy Arakawa and one of their dogs were found dead in their New Mexico home on Wednesday.
Gene Hackman preliminary autopsy report
Details are emerging about the preliminary autopsy report findings in the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa. CBS News' Karen Hua reports.
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