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2005 Death Case Reopened Amid Family Feud

1/19/2026

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The sheriff's office reopened the 2005 death investigation after Anita Thompson, Hunter S. Thompson's widow, alleged tampering by Juan Thompson and Jennifer Winkel.
The Thompson family remains divided, with some viewing Anita Thompson's claims as legitimate and others suspecting profit motives.
Juan Thompson and Jennifer Winkel deny wrongdoing and say there is no new evidence, noting Thompson had openly discussed ending his life.

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Story summary

The sheriff's office reopened the 2005 death investigation after Anita Thompson, Hunter S. Thompson's widow, alleged tampering by Juan Thompson and Jennifer Winkel.
The Thompson family remains divided, with some viewing Anita Thompson's claims as legitimate and others suspecting profit motives.
Juan Thompson and Jennifer Winkel deny wrongdoing and say there is no new evidence, noting Thompson had openly discussed ending his life.