Wisconsin Kayaker Fakes Death

Wisconsin kayaker Ryan Borgwardt, who went missing in August and was believed to have drowned, has been found in Europe after faking his death and has returned to the U.S. to turn himself in to law enforcement. He faces charges including obstruction and restitution for the costs incurred during the search.

Kayaker fakes death to start new life

Kayaker Ryan Borgwardt faked his own death to start a new life, sent proof of life video to police, and is believed to be in Eastern Europe. He plotted the disappearance to abandon his family.

Man Fakes Death to Avoid Paying Child Support and Engages in Hacking Activities

Jesse Kipf, a 38-year-old man from Somerset, faked his own death to avoid paying child support and engaged in hacking activities, leading to federal charges of computer fraud, aggravated identity theft, and making false statements on an application. He is expected to face up to seven years in prison.