Arturo Gatti died in 2009 under mysterious circumstances. Officially, his death was ruled a suicide by hanging while on a family vacation in Brazil. However, there has been controversy and suspicion surrounding his death, with some investigators and experts believing he was murdered, citing injuries to the back of his head and inconsistencies in the scene. His Brazilian wife was initially charged with homicide but was later released after the autopsy ruled it a suicide. Gatti had a history of suicidal threats and had previously attempted suicide.
To summarize:
- Death in 2009 in Brazil at age 37
- Official cause: suicide by hanging
- Controversy: some believe it was homicide
- His wife was first charged, then cleared
- Gatti had prior suicidal ideation and attempts.
