Wisconsin Kayaker Suspected of Faking Death to Escape to Europe
TL;DR
Ryan Borgwardt, a Wisconsin kayaker missing since August, is suspected of faking his own death and fleeing to Europe via Canada. Authorities initially believed he drowned in Green Lake, but after extensive searches found no trace, they discovered evidence suggesting he transferred funds to a foreign account, changed his email, and communicated with a woman in Uzbekistan. Borgwardt also took out a $375,000 life insurance policy before disappearing. The FBI and other agencies are now involved in the investigation, and officials are seeking restitution for the costly search efforts.
- A missing Wisconsin kayaker was initially believed to have drowned. Officials say he faked his own death CNN
- Missing kayaker in Green Lake believed to have faked his death and fled the country Wisconsin Public Radio News
- Green Lake County Sheriff’s Office gives update on man accused of faking his own death WMTV
- Missing Wisconsin kayaker likely faked his own death, fled to Europe; charges are possible: Sheriff ABC News
- Missing Wisconsin father suspected of faking his own death TODAY
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