Hamptons lodge homicide twist: Sugar daddy kills himself after fleeing luxurious resort the place ‘muse’ was discovered lifeless
The sugar daddy murder suspect in the slaying of a 33-year-old artist at a luxury Hamptons spa hotel has killed himself, police announced on Wednesday.
Thomas Gannon, 56, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at his home on Hidden Brooke Drive in Honesdale, Pennsylvania.
His alleged victim Sabina Rosas was found dead inside a bedroom at the Shou Sugi Ban House in Water Mill, Suffolk County, on Monday afternoon.
Gannon is believed to have fled the $1,250-a-night hotel on Monday morning, taking a taxi to the property in Pennsylvania, around a four-hour drive from Long Island.
Rosas fiancé and her mentor confirmed to the Daily Mail that she had been in a relationship with Gannon. Suffolk County cops had indicated prior to naming the suspect that they believed Rosas’ murder was a domestic incident.
Thomas Gannon, 56, (right) is seen with Sabina Rosas, 33, (left) and her mentor Liz Phillips (center)
Staff discovered the body of Sabina Rosas, 33, inside a guest room at the Shou Sugi Ban House in Water Mill on Monday afternoon. Rosas, who was also known to use ‘Khorramdel’ as her second name, was arrested in Miami last year for battery and is seen with a black eye
Rosas was apparently born in Tajikistan and moved to the US in 2009 at the age of 17
Rosas, who is known under another surname as Sabina Khorramdel, was arrested in Miami last year for battery and is seen with a black eye on her mugshots.
Cops have not released a cause of death for the victim, pending an autopsy.
In a statement, Rosas’ heartbroken family members shared their sorrow, referring to her by her as Sabina Khorramdel.
‘It is with immense grief that we announce the tragic death of Sabina Khorramdel, our beloved daughter, sister, fiancée, and friend.
‘She was found murdered on Monday, October 28, 2024 at a spa hotel near Southampton.
‘As the eldest of three daughters, Sabina brought excitement, adventure, joy, and love to our family.
‘She is survived by her loving mother, father, fiancée, and separated husband.
‘We are devastated by this senseless loss and ask for privacy as we navigate this incredibly difficult time.
‘We urge anyone with information regarding the circumstances of Sabina’s death to come forward and assist the ongoing investigations.
‘Your support during this challenging time is a testament to just how special Sabina was and will remain.’
Their message concluded by requesting privacy as they mourn the loss of their beloved family member.
Rosas was born in Tajikistan and moved to the US in 2009 at the age of 17.
Staff discovered the woman’s body inside a guest room at the Shou Sugi Ban House in Water Mill on Monday afternoon
Suffolk County police has called the death suspicious and said the woman was a victim of violence Police are seen outside the hotel on Tuesday
Shou Sugi Ban House is ‘a private sanctuary and gated compound surrounded by evergreen trees and lush grasses.’
The retreat, which opened in 2019, has been featured on goop, Vogue and Conde Nast Traveler, among other luxury publications.
It offers 13 guest studios across three acres as well as ‘standalone luxury residences for short-term rentals,’ according to its website.
The studios, which accommodate up to to guests, offer a ‘luxurious soaking tub,’ modern gas fireplace, and private garden patios.
Former guests of the hotel include actress Kate Hudson and journalist Katie Couric.
DailyMail.com has reached out to the hotel for comment who are yet to make a statement on the killing.
Residents of the area told News 12 Long Island they were left shocked by the apparent murder at the high-end retreat.
‘It’s total shock, it’s got a good reputation that place and [I’ve] never heard a bad thing about it. I know people who have used it,’ said one local.
