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Florida police close Hulk Hogan death investigation

Published 6 June 2026

Authorities in Florida have officially closed their investigation into the death of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, ruling his passing an attended natural death. The Clearwater Police Department confirmed the findings on Friday, concluding a nearly year-long inquiry into the July 24, 2025, death of the 71-year-old star, whose legal name was Terry Gene Bollea.

The investigation, detailed in a 72-page report, found no evidence of criminal wrongdoing or foul play. Officials stated that after an exhaustive review of witness statements, medical records, and surveillance footage from the residence, they determined the death was natural. The department thanked Hogan's family, including his wife Sky Daily and his children Nick and Brooke, for their cooperation in providing access to personal information during their grief.

Hogan died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater Beach home. According to reports, emergency responders were called to the residence just before 10 a.m. and found home health providers performing CPR. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. An autopsy performed in July 2025 listed the cause of death as an acute myocardial...

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