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Son of Mango fashion tycoon detained in investigation of father's death in Spain

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Posted on May 19, 2026

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· Last updated: May 19, 2026

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Mango Founder’s Son Detained in Spain After Fatal Cliff Fall Investigation

Investigation Surrounding the Death of Isak Andic

Detainment of Jonathan Andic

BARCELONA/MADRID, May 19 (Reuters) - Police in Spain's region of Catalonia detained the son of the founder of the Mango fashion group, Isak Andic, on Tuesday in an investigation of the death of his father, who was killed in a fall from a cliff near Barcelona in December 2024, the Mossos police force said.

Family Response to the Investigation

A spokesperson for the family said that Jonathan Andic was being questioned by investigators, but would not give further details.

Previous Statements and Media Reports

The family said last year it was confident he was innocent after several local media reported he was being officially investigated for possible homicide.

Details of Isak Andic's Death

Isak Andic died after falling more than 100 metres (328 ft) from a cliff while hiking with members of his family in the Montserrat caves near Barcelona. 

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Corina Pons and Joan Faus. Writing by Emma Pinedo, editing by Andrei Khalip)

Key Takeaways

  • Jonathan Andic was formally detained today in Catalonia to be brought before a judge investigating his father’s death from December 14, 2024, previously ruled an accident. (elpais.com)
  • The investigation was reopened in October 2025 after police detected contradictions in Andic’s earlier testimony and secured his mobile phone for forensic analysis. (catalannews.com)
  • Isak Andic, founder of Mango and one of Spain’s wealthiest individuals, fell over 100 meters during a hiking excursion in Montserrat, an incident now being probed as a potential homicide. (en.wikipedia.org)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was detained in connection with the Mango founder’s death?
Jonathan Andic, son of Mango founder Isak Andic, was detained in Spain during the investigation.
When and where did Isak Andic die?
Isak Andic died in December 2024 after falling from a cliff near Barcelona during a family hike.
What was the family's response to the investigation?
The family expressed confidence in Jonathan Andic's innocence after reports he was being investigated for homicide.
What did the police say about the case?
The Mossos police force confirmed Jonathan Andic was being questioned as part of the ongoing investigation.
What is the focus of the current investigation?
The investigation is focused on the circumstances around Isak Andic's fatal fall from a cliff near Barcelona.

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