Investigation Reopened into Hunter S. Thompson’s Death

Authorities have decided to revisit the circumstances surrounding the death of Hunter S. Thompson, which had previously been ruled a suicide over 20 years ago. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation announced they would reconsider this conclusion following a request from Anita Thompson, Hunter’s widow.

Sheriff Michael Buglione mentioned in a statement that they recognize the significant impact Thompson had on both the local community and beyond. By involving an external agency, they hope to conduct a transparent review that may offer some closure to Thompson’s family and the public.

Buglione also noted that, at this point, there’s no new evidence indicating foul play in Thompson’s death, which was attributed to self-inflicted gunshot wounds.

Thompson was found dead in his Woody Creek, Colorado home on February 20, 2005, leaving behind a poignant suicide note titled “Football Season.” In it, Thompson wrote about the end of enjoyment and life’s simpler pleasures, conveying a deep sense of despair.

Struggles with depression and substance abuse were prominent in Thompson’s life, and he tragically died while on the phone with his wife, who later recounted her initial disbelief over his passing.

Thompson was well-known for his influential works, including “Rum Diary” and “Hell’s Angels,” which highlighted the era of Gonzo Journalism and the lives of notorious motorcycle gangs.