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Murder-suicide shocks New York’s art community after 33-year-old artist Sabina Rosas is found dead at Hamptons Spa

Murder-suicide shocks New York’s art community after 33-year-old artist Sabina Rosas is found dead at Hamptons Spa

The New York artistic community is in mourning after the tragic death of Sabina Rosas, a 33-year-old artist from Tajikistan.

The New York art world is in mourning after the tragic death of Sabina Rosas, a 33-year-old artist from Tajikistan. Rosas was found dead Monday in the guest room of the Shou Sugi Ban House, a luxury spa in the Hamptons. Just hours later, Thomas Gannon, a 56-year-old Honesdale, Pennsylvania businessman suspected of her murder, died in his home from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This murder-suicide shocked both the artistic community and the Rosas family.

A police investigation links both deaths

On Wednesday, police confirmed their suspicions that Gannon murdered Rosas before fleeing the $1,250-a-night spa and returning to his home in Pennsylvania. Gannon reportedly took a taxi to drive 200 miles before fatally shooting himself. According to law enforcement, they were able to trace his connection to Rosas and classified her as a “victim of violence.” Authorities are now determining the details of the case and the circumstances that led to Rosas’ tragic death.

Conflicting accounts of Rosas and Gannon’s relationship

Rosas’ longtime partner, fashion designer Ryder Iwata, was devastated to learn of her death, calling it a “miscarriage of justice.” Iwata, who had been with Rosas since their college days, claimed in 2016 that while Gannon was a familiar figure in her life, his role was not romantic. Instead, Iwata described Gannon as an arts benefactor who financed some of Rosas’ projects, while suggesting that Gannon may have harbored an unrequited obsession with her.

“It’s despicable and cowardly,” Iwata said in an interview, expressing frustration that Gannon’s suicide had deprived the Rosas family of the answers they were so desperately seeking.

Others who knew the artist viewed Gannon’s relationship with her differently. Liz Phillips, Rosas’ former mentor at Buy College, considered the relationship romantic, citing Gannon’s great admiration for Rosas’ work. She believed that Gannon “seemed to worship his imagination”.

Financial control and influence on the life of a young artist

Further details have emerged that paint a complex picture of Gannon’s influence over Rosas. According to Iwata, Gannon’s financial support went beyond artistic projects and included significant donations such as an apartment in Tajikistan. The Daily Mail even reported that Gannon may have acted like Rosas’ “sugar daddy,” using money as a way to stay close to her. Despite her long-term relationship with Iwata, it is unclear whether Gannon knew about their engagement.

An abbreviated legacy of the artist

Rosas’ tragic death left an indelible mark on the Central Asian art community. Co-founder Ruyo’s Journalpublication devoted to the art of Central Asia, Rosas was a beloved daughter, sister, fiancée and friend. Her family and colleagues paid heartfelt tributes, remembering her as a vibrant soul who “moved walls so that gardens could bloom.” Her vision and dedication to art and community have made a lasting impact that her family is now determined to honor.

Statement regarding Ruyo’s JournalThe user’s Instagram post reads: “We are deeply heartbroken to share this news with our dear colleague and founder RUYO JournalSabina Khorramdel has left this world… A beautiful soul and a talented artist, she left behind an influential legacy in the art of Central Asia.”

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