A Florida businessman accused in the disappearance of his estranged wife in Spain has pleaded not guilty after being arrested by the FBI. The man, charged with kidnapping his wife, remains jailed without bond as federal prosecutors argue he is a flight risk.
The businessman, who has dual citizenship in the U.S. and Serbia, sold several properties in South Florida before his wife went missing. Prosecutors raised concerns that the proceeds from these sales, totaling $6 million, could enable him to flee the country if released on bail.
Despite the strong evidence presented by prosecutors linking him to the disappearance, the businessman's attorney disputes the claims, stating that he has limited liquid assets and the second mortgages from the property sales do not mature until 2027.
The case involves a complex web of events leading up to the disappearance, including the businessman's travel to Spain from Miami and subsequent activities in Madrid. Security footage and cellphone data have been cited as key pieces of evidence implicating him in the disappearance.
Family members of the missing woman have expressed fear and suspicion towards the businessman, citing a contentious estrangement and financial disputes between the couple. The disappearance occurred under mysterious circumstances, with a man in a motorcycle helmet allegedly involved in the incident.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the businessman's hope remains that his wife will be found safe, bringing an end to the ongoing nightmare surrounding the case.
