New probe opened into death of renowned author Hunter S. Thompson
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The death of journalist and author Hunter S. Thompson is now being investigated by Colorado authorities more than 20 years after it was classified as a suicide.

Thompson, 67, passed away at his ranch in Woody Creek, Colorado, a small community just north of Aspen, on February 20, 2005, from ‘an alleged self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head,’ according to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

The investigation was started because Anita Thompson, his widow, requested it from the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office.

It’s not clear what prompted the decision to reopen the case, but Sheriff Michael Buglione has pledged to ‘address any lingering questions surrounding the case.’

‘We understand the profound impact Hunter S. Thompson had on this community and beyond,’ said Sheriff Buglione. 

‘By enlisting an outside agency for a fresh examination, we aim to provide a conclusive and transparent review that might offer peace of mind to his family and the public.’

During a news conference, Buglione stated there is no new evidence indicating Thompson’s death resulted from foul play. Authorities mentioned there is no deadline for concluding the investigation.

Thompson is most renowned for his 1971 book, ‘Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream,’ which was later adapted into two films featuring A-list actors.

A probe has been opened into the 'alleged' suicide of Hunter S. Thompson, a renowned author who pioneered 'Gonzo journalism', where the reporter puts themselves at the center of the story as a character

A probe has been opened into the ‘alleged’ suicide of Hunter S. Thompson, a renowned author who pioneered ‘Gonzo journalism’, where the reporter puts themselves at the center of the story as a character 

Thompson is pictured with Johnny Depp in 1998 for the filming the movie 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas', based on his 1971 book of the same name

Thompson is pictured with Johnny Depp in 1998 for the filming the movie ‘Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas’, based on his 1971 book of the same name

The book was a mix of fact and fiction, and was based on him covering events in Las Vegas as a journalist. It became the basis for a Gonzo journalism, a new style of reporting that placed the journalist at the center of the narrative.

The book portrays the 1960s counterculture movement as a failure through a highly- dramatized story tinged with illicit drug use and hallucinations.

Thompson inspired the term ‘gonzo journalism’ with his character Doctor Gonzo in ‘Fear and Loathing’.

In the first loose adaptation of the book, 1980’s ‘Where the Buffalo Roam’, Thompson was played by Bill Murray. This film covers more of his life than just the events of the book.

In 1998, Johnny Depp starred as Thompson in a movie with the same name as the book and though it was a financial flop at the time, it has since achieved cult status.

Over the years, Thompson’s sustained cocaine and alcohol abuse led to him producing less work and even getting into legal trouble.

Thompson’s suicide note to his wife was titled ‘Football Season Is Over’, an allusion to how much of an avid NFL fan he was.

Thompson is pictured with his wife, Anita, during their civil wedding ceremony on April 23, 2003 in Aspen, Colorado

Thompson is pictured with his wife, Anita, during their civil wedding ceremony on April 23, 2003 in Aspen, Colorado

Thompson's funeral was held at his Colorado property on August 20, 2005, and his ashes were shot out of a blue cannon next to his house

Thompson’s funeral was held at his Colorado property on August 20, 2005, and his ashes were shot out of a blue cannon next to his house

The Rolling Stone, the outlet where Thompson worked for decades, published that note in September 2005, seven months after his death.

‘No More Games. No More Bombs. No More Walking. No More Fun. No More Swimming. 67. That is 17 years past 50. 17 more than I needed or wanted. Boring. I am always bitchy. No Fun — for anybody. 67. You are getting Greedy. Act your old age. Relax — This won’t hurt,’ the note read.

Thompson’s ashes were shot out of a cannon on his property during a private funeral on August 20, 2005. 

Depp and Murray were at the unique service. Depp funded much of the celebration, which costed roughly $3 million, according to Anita Thompson. 

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