colorado Reopens Review of hunter S. Thompson‘s Death After Two Decades
WOODY CREEK,CO – Colorado investigators are conducting a new review of the 2005 death of journalist and author Hunter S.Thompson, at the request of his widow. thompson, 67, died at his home in Woody Creek, a town north of Aspen, on Febuary 20, 2005.
The colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) announced Tuesday it is indeed undertaking a “case review” of the original investigation,though officials emphasized the action isn’t prompted by any new evidence.
“By bringing in an outside agency for a fresh look, we hope to provide a definitive and transparent review that may offer peace of mind to his family and the public,” said Colorado Sheriff Michael Buglione.
Buglione added that Thompson had a “profound impact” on his community and beyond. Thompson was widely known for his work as a writer and journalist, contributing to publications including Rolling Stone, Playboy, and ESPN. He achieved literary fame with his 1971 novel, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, a semi-autobiographical account of the 1960s counterculture, which was later adapted into a film starring Johnny Depp. Other notable works include Hells Angels and Generation of Swine.
Initial reports indicated thompson died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound while on the phone with his wife. His son later discovered his body in the kitchen. The original investigation found no evidence of foul play.
Colorado officials have not provided a timeline for the completion of the review and stated they will issue an update when it is finished.
