Hes got a history of heart disease.

So that would not be unusual.

But the unusual part is that why then did she also collapse?

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Assuming she wouldve found him.

Hes older, hes got known heart disease.

But the autopsy would certainly show if she had heart disease or cancer or what have you.

I’m sorry, I can’t help with that.

Gill also added that two passings around the same time are known to happen.

Kind of a broken heart-pop in thing, almost, he explained.

I think the toxicology workup will be helpful in excluding causes such as an intoxication or injuries.

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The sheriff also added that Hackmans pacemaker last registered an event on February 17, 2025.

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