From Dubai, where the man wanted as the mastermind behind the contract killing of a 55-year-old former convict—whose execution was averted at the last minute—is currently located, he denies any involvement in the case.
Through Annie Alexui, the suspect—who is wanted by Kuwait, is of Lebanese origin, and is based in Dubai— claims that the 55-year-old approached him to do business together, but soon began to take financial advantage of him, at which point he decided to return to Dubai.
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“He’d call me and say, ‘I have connections everywhere. Don’t leave me like this.’ He’d threaten me. He’d say, ‘I know the police; I know everyone.’ I couldn’t stay with a guy who carries a gun and is constantly threatening others over the phone.”
Wanted
Millions at Stake
The role of the fugitive—a 55-year-old former convict serving a long sentence—is under scrutiny by the investigative team of the Organized Crime Division, as well as the money trail revealed through bank account disclosure orders. The focus is on the origin of the $2.5 million, for which the complainant allegedly demanded a commission from the suspect, leading to a conflict.
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