The investigation into the death of Mango founder Isak Andic has taken a dramatic turn. What was once believed to be a tragic hiking accident in the Montserrat mountain range is now being treated by the Mossos d’Esquadra (Catalan police) as a possible homicide, with new attention focused on Andic’s eldest son, Jonathan Andic.

From Witness to Suspect

On December 14, 2024, 71-year-old Isak Andic was hiking with Jonathan near the Salnitre Caves in Collbató, Barcelona, when he fell more than 150 meters to his death. At the time, Jonathan was treated as the main witness, telling police he heard a slip but did not see the fall because he was walking ahead. He immediately called emergency services.

However, recent inconsistencies in his testimony have raised questions. Investigators have noted contradictions and unexplained details in his account, including discrepancies about where he parked the car and the sequence of calls he made after the fall.

The Phone That Changed the Case

A turning point in the case appears to be the analysis of Jonathan’s mobile phone, which the police obtained in September. Investigators are reviewing their data, messages, calls, and GPS tracking to determine the exact movements that day. Initial statements suggested he had taken no photos during the hike, but later he admitted showing police an image from the area, prompting further scrutiny.

Conflicting Relationships and New Leads

Police reports also include testimony from Estefanía Knuth, a professional golfer and Andic’s partner, who mentioned a strained relationship between father and son. This has fueled speculation, though no new evidence directly links Jonathan to his father’s death.

According to the Catalan High Court, the case remains under judicial secrecy. Officially, it has not yet been directed against any specific person, but the son’s status has changed from witness to person under investigation.

The Family’s Statement

The Andic family has publicly defended Jonathan’s innocence. In a written statement shared with media outlets, the Andic family expressed their confidence in Jonathan’s innocence and their respect for the ongoing investigation.

The statement read, “The Andic family has not and will not make comments on the death of Isak Andic. However, they wish to show their respect for the judicial process and will continue to cooperate fully with the authorities. They are confident this process will conclude soon and will demonstrate Jonathan Andic’s innocence.”

A Tragic End for a Visionary Entrepreneur

Born in Istanbul and raised in Barcelona from the age of 14, Isak Andic built one of the world’s largest fashion empires. As the founder of Mango, he oversaw a network of over 2,800 stores and became one of Spain’s most influential business figures.

His sudden death initially appeared to be a tragic accident involving a respected and health-conscious hiker. But the shift in the investigation has cast a long shadow over his family and the company he built.

As the case unfolds, the business world and the wider public wait for answers to one central question:
Was Isak Andic’s death truly an accident, or something far more complex?

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