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NOS news•today, 05:39
An American man who delayed his own death and left his family in the United States has contacted the police and sent a video to prove that he is alive.
Ryan Borgwardt, 45, disappeared on August 12 while fishing alone in Green Lake, Wisconsin. All that was found was an overturned kayak and his car. Later his fishing rod, keys, wallet and driver’s license appeared.
The police initially suspected that he had drowned and searched the lake for 54 days. Only after his laptop, which his wife gave to investigators, was searched, it became clear that Borgwardt had transferred money to a foreign bank account and had been in contact with a woman in Uzbekistan.
Play with his emotions
It now appears that Borgwardt has had several contacts with the police in Green Lake. “The good news is he’s alive and well,” Green Lake sheriff’s deputy Mark Podoll said at a news conference. “The bad news is that we don’t know exactly where Ryan is, and he hasn’t decided to come home yet.”
However, the man recorded a 24-second video from an apartment at the request of the authorities. “Good afternoon, I’m Ryan Borgwardt,” he says. “Today is November 11th. It’s about 10am for you. I’m in my apartment. I’m safe, secure, no problem. I hope this helps.”
Local media showed Borgwardt’s video:
Police have sent him emails trying to play on his emotions to lure him back home and “clean up the mess he caused,” the sheriff said.
Sheriff Podoll said the authorities do not know exactly where Borgwardt is, but they do know he is somewhere in Eastern Europe. Authorities came into contact with him through “a woman in the department who speaks Russian.” Police did not provide further information about who the woman was or what her connection was to Borgwardt.
There is regret
The man told the police how he organized himself to disappear. According to the police, after sinking his kayak and his cell phone in the lake, he went into a small children’s boat to the shore where he had hidden an e-bike. With that, he biked overnight to Madison, Wisconsin, then boarded a bus to Detroit and boarded a plane in Canada to an unknown destination.
“We are continuing to verify this information and try to connect the dots,” said Podoll. The police assume that Borgwardt had no help with his flight abroad. Authorities also discovered that he had taken out a $375,000 life insurance policy just before he left. He had also taken a photo for a new passport and created a new email address.
Sheriff Podoll would not go into detail about what led Borgwardt to die and leave his family. “There were personal things going on and he felt it was the right thing to do,” Podoll said. According to the sheriff, Borgwardt was remorseful for what he did to his family.
At home for Christmas
There are currently no criminal charges against Borgwardt. According to the police, he must pay 40,000 dollars (38,000 euros) for the costs incurred by the authorities for the investigation after his disappearance.
At the end of the meeting the sheriff came to be emotional. He said Borgwardt’s children miss their father during the holidays. “Christmas is coming. There is no better gift he can give these children than to be with them at Christmas time.”
2024-11-22 04:39:00
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How does the article’s framing of Borgwardt’s actions as “elaborate” and “drastic” influence the reader’s perception of his motivations and culpability?
This article presents a fascinating and complex case. Here are some open-ended questions to spark discussion about the key themes:
**Section 1: The Disappearance and Deception**
* What emotions do you experience when reading about Ryan Borgwardt’s actions? Do you feel empathy for him, anger towards his deceit, or a mixture of both?
* How do you think Borgwardt’s elaborate plan to fake his death reflects his emotional state at the time? What personal struggles might have led him to such drastic measures?
* Do you believe Borgwardt deserves to face legal consequences for his actions? What, if any, punishment should be considered?
**Section 2: The Impact on Family and Community**
* How do you think Borgwardt’s disappearance and subsequent reappearance have affected his family, both emotionally and practically?
* The article mentions Borgwardt’s children missing their father during the holidays. How might this situation impact a child’s understanding of family and trust?
* How does this case highlight the ripple effect that an individual’s choices can have on a community?
**Section 3: The Role of Law Enforcement and Media**
* What are the ethical considerations surrounding the police’s decision to release Borgwardt’s video to the media? Does this approach prioritize public interest or potentially compromise the investigation?
* Do you think the media’s portrayal of this story is accurate and fair? How might sensationalism or bias potentially influence public perception?
* Should there be limitations placed on how law enforcement uses social media and online platforms to communicate with individuals involved in criminal investigations?
**Section 4: Bigger Picture Questions**
* What does this case say about the human condition and the lengths people will go to escape their problems?
* How can society better support individuals who are struggling with mental health issues, financial difficulties, or personal crises?
* What lessons can be learned from this story that might prevent similar events from happening in the future?
By prompting discussion on these multifaceted themes, we can encourage a nuanced understanding of this intriguing and thought-provoking case.
