An inquiry is ongoing into the death of Ashly Robinson, a U.S. influencer, whose fiancé, Joe McCann, founder of the crypto investment firm Asymmetric, is being probed by Tanzanian authorities. Robinson, 31, was found unresponsive in a luxury resort villa in Zanzibar, where the couple was celebrating her birthday and recent engagement. Local police initially confirmed her death as a suicide, citing a 'misunderstanding' between the couple, who had been separated by hotel staff due to a heated argument.
However, the investigation is still active, and McCann's passport has been withheld. McCann has been questioned by the police and has been asked to remain in the country pending the forensic results from Robinson's autopsy. The hotel has expressed its condolences and is cooperating fully with the authorities. Robinson's family has expressed doubts about the cause of her death and has set up a fundraising page to cover expenses.
McCann, with an estimated net worth of $45 million, is a prominent figure in the crypto industry, having led Asymmetric, a hedge fund and venture firm backed by notable investors. The incident has sparked widespread interest, with the U.S. State Department offering condolences to the Robinson family while referring further questions to local authorities.