Lee Andrews, the husband of British media personality Katie Price, has reportedly been arrested again in Dubai, according to multiple reports. This is said to have occurred just a month after his release from the Al Awir prison.
Andrews, 42, was allegedly taken to Lahab police station on Friday. Sources claim he is currently trying to raise a £120,000 fine. A source cited by The Sun reported Andrews telling a friend, "They’ve arrested me. Katie might need to bail me out. We need to make a noise with a Go Fund Me." The same source added that Andrews had been stressed in the days leading up to his arrest due to needing to raise money he believed he owed.
Price is currently in the United Kingdom. She recently appeared on the television show "This Morning" to discuss her marriage and the release of her Sky documentary.
This incident follows Andrews' previous detention in Al-Awir prison for fraud allegations, though he has disputed these claims, stating he was captured at gunpoint and suspected of espionage. He has denied any fraud charges and alleged he was taken to the Qatar border by force. He has also faced accusations from former partners regarding alleged scams, which he denies.
Previously, in January, reports emerged that Andrews had taken out a £200,000 mortgage in his ex-partner Dina Taji's name without her knowledge, leading to legal action and a travel ban from Dubai. Taji reportedly met with Price to warn her about Andrews.
Another ex-partner, Crystal Janke, has claimed Andrews convinced her to hand over £123,000 for an investment in his company with the promise of a £1 million return. His ex-fiancée Alana Percival has also issued warnings on social media.
Sources had indicated that Andrews faced a potential return to prison within 14 days if he failed to pay outstanding debts. Documents revealed that these debts included £54,000 for a rental car and £15,000 to a United Arab Emirates legal firm.
A representative for Andrews told The Sun that he appeared before the court and explained his inability to pay due to his wife being out of the country and his own inaccessible bank accounts. He reportedly requested a 14-day period to settle the debt. The representative added that Andrews believes he can raise the capital himself and stated that Price has been supportive but has not been asked to pay his debts.