Katie Price has confirmed that her husband, Lee Andrews, who was reported missing for nearly two weeks in Dubai, is alive and currently held in a Dubai prison. Price said she received a brief two-minute phone call from Andrews, during which he informed her that he was detained on suspicion of espionage and was being held at Al Awir prison, a facility known for housing high-profile inmates. Andrews’ father reportedly contacted Price to inform her of his son's whereabouts and helped arrange the call.

Andrews disappeared in mid-May after moving out of his rental apartment and temporarily staying with his father. His family filed a missing person report with the British embassy in Dubai amid concerns over his sudden disappearance. Prior to the call, Price had expressed frustration and said she was "giving up the search," stating that law enforcement agencies, including the British police, Foreign Office, and Interpol, had taken over the investigation.

While Andrews claimed during the call that he was suspected of spying, sources familiar with the case deny that espionage is the official charge. According to information obtained separately, Andrews is reportedly being held in connection with a private civil matter and is expected to be released soon upon payment of a fine. Authorities have explicitly denied that he is charged with spying.

Lee Andrews has a controversial background marked by allegations of fraudulent activity. He has been accused of running bogus investment schemes, including one that allegedly drew in a nurse who lost £123,000 and others who claimed he promised significant returns on investments that never materialized. Andrews has also been accused of falsifying credentials, including claiming to have affiliations with prestigious institutions such as Cambridge University and the King’s Trust, and falsely stating employment with the Labour Party.

Andrews and Price married in Dubai earlier this year, shortly after meeting in person. Reports indicate that prior to his arrest, Andrews was subject to a travel ban related to a prior imprisonment for fraud in Dubai. Price has described the period leading up to the disappearance as stressful and has faced public scrutiny after Andrews failed to appear for a scheduled UK television interview.

Al Awir prison, where Andrews is held, has a reputation for severe conditions, overcrowding, and has housed other notable detainees, including individuals accused of serious crimes such as gang-related offenses. Espionage charges in the UAE carry significant penalties, including life imprisonment, although non-Emirati prisoners are generally deported after serving their sentences.

Price has stated that she is working with authorities and hopes for clarity regarding her husband’s situation. Meanwhile, investigations into Andrews’ alleged fraudulent activities continue, with at least one victim reportedly recovering lost funds following a bank investigation. The case has drawn attention to the risks of investment scams and the importance of vigilance in financial dealings.