An inquiry is ongoing in Tanzania into the alleged suicide of Ashly Robinson, a 31-year-old US lifestyle influencer, during a trip to Zanzibar with her fiancé, Joe McCann, founder of the crypto investment firm Asymmetric. The couple had been celebrating Robinson's birthday and recent engagement at a luxury resort when she was found unresponsive in a private villa on April 9.
Despite police initially confirming that Robinson died by suicide following a 'misunderstanding' between the couple, her death is still being investigated. McCann, who has an estimated net worth of $45 million, has been questioned by police and has had his passport withheld. The hotel where the incident occurred has expressed its condolences and is cooperating with the authorities.
Robinson's family has expressed doubts about the circumstances of her death and has set up a fundraising page to cover travel costs and other expenses. McCann is a well-known figure in the crypto industry, having led Asymmetric, a hedge fund and venture firm backed by prominent investors. However, he recently announced the shutdown of Asymmetric's Liquid Alpha Fund due to significant financial losses. The US State Department has offered its condolences to Robinson's family but has declined to comment further on the investigation.