Dubai Woes Loom for Katie Price’s New Husband Amid Fraud Allegations
Katie Price’s new husband, Lee Andrews, is reportedly facing mounting legal troubles in Dubai, with claims suggesting he is currently prohibited from leaving the United Arab Emirates. The former glamour model, 47, reportedly married the 42-year-old businessman in January, just weeks after their initial meeting. This was followed by a second, legal ceremony, a move that has reportedly caused concern among Price’s fans and family, particularly given past allegations surrounding Andrews.
Reports have surfaced alleging that British-born Lee spent three weeks detained in a Dubai jail. The reason cited for his detention was an alleged forgery of his ex-girlfriend’s signature to secure a substantial £200,000 loan in her name. This situation has allegedly resulted in a travel ban, preventing him from departing the UAE. While Andrews has reportedly denied these accusations, his continued presence in Dubai, especially amidst escalating geopolitical tensions with Iranian missiles striking the region, has fuelled further speculation.
Questionable Claims and Serious Allegations
Questions have been raised about the veracity of some of Lee Andrews’ more extravagant claims. The self-proclaimed ‘millionaire’ has reportedly boasted about holding a PhD from Cambridge University, possessing significant business ventures, and even having connections to tech mogul Elon Musk. However, these assertions are now being scrutinised in light of serious allegations that have emerged.
According to news reports, allegations were initially made to Herefordshire Police in the UK. These complaints have since been transferred to the Dubai police department, as Lee Andrews resides in the UAE and the alleged incidents are said to have occurred within the country. A source speaking to The Sun confirmed, “The police have handed the files to the police in Dubai as Lee lives there and the allegations made against him happened in that country.”
Legal Ramifications of Pending Investigations
Under Dubai law, individuals who are subject to ongoing criminal investigations, including those involving unpaid debts or civil lawsuits, are legally barred from leaving the country. It is understood that the woman who reported Lee Andrews to the authorities in Dubai initiated a legal case against him after discovering the alleged fraudulent loan taken out in her name.
The current status of the investigation remains unclear. However, it is understood that Lee Andrews is subject to the travel ban, which remains in effect while the case is actively being pursued.
Desperate Pleas for Cash Surface
Adding to the growing concerns, audio recordings have reportedly emerged of Lee Andrews seemingly begging a woman for money in a series of “desperate” voice notes. A US-based businesswoman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, revealed she received these messages from Andrews just a week before he proposed to Katie Price.
In these voice notes, Andrews is said to have repeatedly attempted to persuade the woman to send him funds, with requests ranging from £1100 to £2500. These appeals have reportedly been ongoing since May of the previous year, with the woman believing they were related to a business opportunity.
As the businesswoman grew increasingly hesitant to transfer money, the tone of Andrews’ voice notes allegedly became more urgent and desperate. The “millionaire businessman” was reportedly still soliciting cash as recently as January. In one recording, heard by The Sun, Andrews is quoted as saying, “If you can help me or send Western Union 3000 that would help me so much. I could just do with a big hug really. You don’t know how desperate it’s been, the last couple of months of me trying to survive.”
Claims of Financial Hardship and Deceptive Tactics
Despite his self-proclaimed millionaire status, Lee Andrews reportedly claimed to be experiencing significant financial difficulties. He allegedly told the businesswoman that he was surviving on 20 pence ready meals while awaiting payments from his company, Aura Sustainable Vehicles & Energy BVI, to clear from Kenya.
While their arrangement was purportedly a business one, Andrews is said to have made personal overtures, telling the woman he would “love her” if she sent the cash and referring to her as “beautiful.”
When the woman ultimately refused to send him any money, his alleged response turned hostile, with reports of him swearing at her and labelling her a “time waster.” The woman shared with The Sun that Lee had told her he was so impoverished that he was forced to live on packets of rice. She admitted that she “came very close” to sending him money due to his persuasive nature, but ultimately decided against it.
The businesswoman also revealed that Lee had mentioned meeting someone special in December, whom she believes to be Katie Price.
A Pattern of Allegations
This is not the first time Lee Andrews has faced accusations of financial impropriety. His former partner has previously accused him of “scamming” women out of money, labelling him the “Tinder Swindler.”
The whirlwind romance and subsequent marriage to Katie Price, announced just last month, have brought these past allegations back into the spotlight. Following the news of their nuptials, several of Lee Andrews’ ex-partners have come forward, detailing a series of accusations regarding his financial claims and business acumen, with many of his boasts about wealth and celebrity connections now reportedly being debunked.
One former flame, Alana Percival, 32, previously shared that Lee had proposed to her in a lavish ceremony remarkably similar to the one he later proposed to Katie Price, just 16 weeks apart. Alana recently claimed that four other women have contacted her since she shared her story, all alleging that Lee had attempted to “scam” them out of money. She has publicly branded Lee as “embarrassing” and compared him to Simon Leviev, the subject of the Netflix documentary “The Tinder Swindler,” known for his sophisticated relationship scamming tactics.
