An inquiry is ongoing in Tanzania into the death of Ashly Robinson, a U.S. influencer and fiancée of Joe McCann, founder of the cryptocurrency investment firm Asymmetric.
Robinson, 31, was found unresponsive in a private villa at the luxury Zuri Zanzibar resort, 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.
However, they are still investigating and have withheld McCann's passport. McCann, with an estimated net worth of $45 million, has been questioned by police and asked to remain in the country pending the outcome of the autopsy. The hotel has expressed its condolences and is cooperating fully with the authorities. Robinson's family has expressed doubts about the official cause of death and has set up a fundraising page to cover expenses.
McCann is a prominent figure in the crypto industry, having led Asymmetric, a hedge fund and venture firm backed by notable investors, although he recently announced the closure of the company's Liquid Alpha Fund due to significant financial losses.