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Husband Faked Drowning, Met Woman, 89-Day Lie Exposed?

Husband Faked Drowning, Met Woman, 89-Day Lie Exposed?

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A Wisconsin man, Ryan Borgwardt, faked his own drowning to secretly meet a woman in Georgia. He left behind his wife and three children, triggering a massive search. After 89 days of deception, authorities located him overseas. Borgwardt pleaded no contest to obstructing an officer and was sentenced to 89 days in jail, matching the duration of his elaborate scheme. He also paid $30,000 in restitution. The judge highlighted the need for deterrence against such actions.

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