Katie Price and Lee Andrews Defy Dubai Travel Ban Allegations
Katie Price and her husband Lee Andrews have firmly asserted that they will be jetting back to the United Kingdom imminently, following their honeymoon in Dubai. This declaration comes despite widespread claims that the businessman is legally prohibited from departing the United Arab Emirates.
The former glamour model, aged 47, surprised her fanbase last month by marrying Andrews, 43, in Dubai after a whirlwind romance that reportedly lasted just one week. On Monday, the newlyweds took to Lee's Instagram Stories to address their followers directly.
Social Media Assurance and Legal Controversy
In the video clip, Lee affectionately referred to Katie as his 'sweet little wife', while she called him her 'husband'. Katie told their audience, 'So we are still in Dubai and we will be coming to England very soon'. When Lee prompted, 'Within a day right?', she responded with a playful warning, 'Watch out England we're coming'.
However, these assurances are shadowed by serious allegations. It has been reported that Lee Andrews, who is British-born, spent three weeks incarcerated in a Dubai jail earlier this year. He is accused of forging the signature of his ex-girlfriend, personal trainer Dina Taji, to secure a £200,000 loan in her name without her knowledge. According to insiders speaking to the Daily Mail, this incident allegedly occurred last year, leading Dina to file a legal case against him after she was contacted by the mortgage company.
Under Dubai law, individuals involved in ongoing criminal investigations, including cases of unpaid debts or civil lawsuits, are typically barred from leaving the country. While Lee denies all allegations, he has not yet left the UAE since the marriage, fueling speculation about a travel ban.
Lee Andrews' Denial and Evidence
Earlier this month, Lee Andrews publicly refuted claims of a travel ban. He posted a screenshot from the official MOI UAE App, which is used for services like paying traffic fines and checking criminal statuses. The screenshot displayed the 'travel bans' section with a message reading 'No travel bans'.
In his statement, Lee said, 'There's no travel ban, directly from the police UAE application and it's my profile so you can check those statuses, fines related to traffic and also if you're allowed to travel so allow me to share that. It's not fabricated. I'm going on my honeymoon in a few days guys so definitely not on a travel ban.' He added, 'I know I'm probably the most hated man in Britain, but half this stuff is not even true.'
Despite this evidence, the couple has remained in Dubai, and the status of the investigation into the alleged loan fraud remains unclear. Sources indicate that Lee was subject to a travel ban while the case was active, but it is unknown if it has been lifted.
Property Purchase and Family Concerns
Amidst this controversy, Katie Price has reportedly taken significant financial steps with her new husband. According to sources, she has purchased a property in the UAE with Lee, having 'put down a deposit and signed the contract' recently. Lee shared an AI-generated mock-up of a luxurious three-storey mansion on Instagram, depicting it as their future 'family home', complete with bedrooms for guests and children, as well as separate parking for their cars.
This move has raised alarms among Katie's family and close friends. A source told The Sun, 'She is really excited and thinks she is going to have her happy ending with Lee but those close to Katie fear this could be the start of a potential scam.' They expressed anxiety over Katie 'splashing the cash' on the property, noting concerns about Lee's motives, especially given the allegations from his past relationships.
The source added that Katie was initially supposed to return to the UK after two days in Dubai but has stayed longer, busy planning her new life. 'They're concerned about his motives and that is only natural given what some of his ex partners have said,' the insider remarked.
The Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for Katie Price for further comment on the situation, but no response has been disclosed at this time. As the couple prepares for their anticipated return, the cloud of legal and financial scrutiny continues to loom over their newfound marital bliss.
