US kayaker Ryan Borgwardt faked his own death by drowning in a lake while on a solo fishing trip in Wisconsin. He then fled to Europe, leaving behind his family and owing them $40,000 for the cost of their search. Authorities are trying to coax him back home and clear up the mess he has created.
Ryan Borgwardt Faked His Own Death and Fled the Country
Ryan Borgwardt, a 45-year-old US man, faked his own death by drowning in a lake while on a solo fishing trip in Wisconsin.
Details of the Incident
Borgwardt allegedly sank his kayak and mobile phone in the lake, then paddled a small child-sized boat to shore where he had stashed an E-bike. He cycled overnight to Madison, Wisconsin, then boarded a bus to Detroit and got on a plane in Canada to an unknown location.
Investigation and Verifications
The authorities have been investigating Borgwardt’s disappearance and are trying to verify the information provided by him. They have been emailing him to coax him back home and clear up the mess he has created.
Consequences of Faking His Own Death
Borgwardt owes the authorities $40,000 for the cost of their search and could be charged with obstructing the investigation into his disappearance.
Family Affected by Borgwardt’s Actions
Borgwardt left behind three children and his wife. The sheriff became emotional during a press conference, saying that his children will be without their father during the holiday season.
Details of the Faked Death
Borgwardt allegedly orchestrated his getaway by sinking his kayak and mobile phone in the lake, paddling a small child-sized boat to shore, cycling overnight to Madison, Wisconsin, then boarding a bus to Detroit and getting on a plane in Canada to an unknown location. He is thought to have acted alone and has not had any contact with his family since he left.
Video Sent to Police
Borgwardt sent a video to investigators to prove he is safe. The 24-second video, shot selfie-style, shows him in an apartment with white walls. In the video, Borgwardt revealed how he orchestrated his getaway and provided details about his journey.
Investigation and Charges
The authorities are continuing to verify the information and trying to put the dots together. They have been emailing Borgwardt, pulling at his heartstrings, in an effort to coax him back home and clean up the mess that he has created. Borgwardt could be charged with obstructing the investigation into his disappearance.
Family Affected
Borgwardt left behind three children and his wife. The sheriff became emotional during a press conference, saying that his children will be without their father during the holiday season. He expressed hope that Borgwardt would return home for Christmas to be with his family.
Motivation Behind Faking His Own Death
When asked about his possible motivation for faking his own death, Mr. Podoll said that Borgwardt “just had personal matters going on and he thought this was the right thing to do”.
Police Efforts to Reunite Borgwardt with His Family
The authorities have been emailing Borgwardt, “pulling at his heartstrings” in an effort to coax him back home and clean up the mess that he has created.
Ryan Borgwardt Faked His Own Death and Fled to Europe
Ryan Borgwardt, a 45-year-old US man, faked his own death by drowning in a lake while on a solo fishing trip in Wisconsin. He had fled the country, leaving behind his family, and owed them $40,000 for the cost of their search.
