Arrest of Michigan couple in Mexico over credit card dispute

SOURCE www.mirror.co.uk
A couple from Michigan were arrested in Mexico after disputing charges on their credit card by a luxury hospitality company. They have been held in a foreign prison for 23 days without bond, facing demands for money and a nondisclosure agreement. The couple's lawyer claims they are being held hostage as retaliation for speaking out against the company.

Key Points

  • Couple arrested in Mexico over disputed credit card charges
  • Held in foreign prison for 23 days without bond
  • Facing demands from luxury hospitality company
  • Allegations of retaliation and hostage situation by the company

Pros

  • The couple had their money returned by American Express after disputing charges
  • Their lawyer is advocating for their release and calling out the company's actions

Cons

  • The couple is facing demands for money and a nondisclosure agreement
  • They are allegedly being denied medical attention and proper communication in prison