Wisconsin Kayaker Who Faked Death Found Alive in Europe
Ryan Borgwardt, a Wisconsin kayaker accused of faking his own drowning, is alive in Eastern Europe and communicating with investigators, though he has not returned to his family. Borgwardt allegedly staged his disappearance by overturning his kayak and fleeing to Europe via Canada. He had taken out a $375,000 life insurance policy before vanishing. Authorities are urging him to return and face potential charges, including obstruction of justice, and seek restitution for the costly search efforts.