Colorado Investigation Confirms Hunter S Thompson's 2005 Death Was Suicide
Colorado authorities have officially confirmed that the 2005 death of legendary journalist Hunter S Thompson was a suicide, following a comprehensive review of the case. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) announced its findings on Friday, stating that the original determination remains unchanged after examining new information.
Wife's Concerns Prompt Review
The investigation was reopened in September after Thompson's wife, Anita Thompson, contacted authorities with what she described as "new concerns and potential information regarding the investigation" into her husband's death. In a statement released with the announcement, Anita Thompson expressed gratitude for the bureau's thorough work, saying it allows those who loved Hunter to "move forward with a clean conscience."
Original Findings Reaffirmed
Sheriff Michael Buglione of the Aspen area stated that while he believed the original investigation was conducted properly, authorities recognized the importance of an independent review. "The CBI's conclusions reaffirm the original findings and, we hope, provide reassurance and clarity," Buglione said in the official release.
Thompson's Legacy and Final Resting
Hunter S Thompson, who revolutionized journalism with his first-person gonzo style in works like Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, died at his Aspen-area home in February 2005 at age 67. True to his unconventional nature, his remains were cremated and fired from a cannon during a private Colorado ceremony attended by notable figures including actor Johnny Depp, who portrayed Thompson in the 1998 film adaptation of his most famous work.
The journalist's death had remained a subject of discussion among fans and observers, making this official confirmation particularly significant for those following the case. The CBI's thorough examination and subsequent confirmation provide definitive closure to questions that had persisted for years.
