An inquiry is ongoing in Tanzania into the death of Ashly Robinson, a US social media influencer, whose fiancé, Joe McCann, founder of the crypto investment firm Asymmetric, is being investigated. Robinson, 31, was found unresponsive in a villa at the luxury resort Zuri Zanzibar, where the couple was celebrating her birthday and recent engagement. Local police have confirmed her death was by suicide, citing a 'misunderstanding' between the couple, who had argued and were separated by hotel staff.
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 stay in the country pending the results of Robinson's autopsy. The hotel has expressed its condolences and is cooperating with the authorities. Robinson's family has set up a fundraising page, expressing doubts about the official cause of death.
McCann, with a 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 US State Department has offered condolences to the family but has no further comment on the investigation.