Katie Price makes first public comments after Lee Andrews’ second arrest in Dubai
Katie Price has made her first public comments after reports that her husband, Lee Andrews, was arrested again in Dubai over alleged unpaid debts.
While the former glamour model did not address the reported detention directly, she broke her silence by sharing an update on the couple’s recently bought pet dog, Dubaiii.
The update came after reports emerged that Andrews was taken into custody at Lahbab Police Station in Dubai on Friday. Reports say he is trying to resolve debts reportedly totaling around £120,000, just weeks after being released from Dubai’s Al Awir prison in a separate case.
Reports claim Andrews’ latest legal troubles stem from outstanding financial debts, including an alleged unpaid luxury rental car bill and legal fees. He has denied wrongdoing and has previously insisted his earlier detention was due to suspicions of espionage rather than fraud allegations.
In her first message since his second arrest, Price reposted a message from journalist and friend Clemmie Moodie via Instagram, reassuring followers that Dubaiii was safe.
“Loads of you have been asking if Dubaiii is okay,” the statement read. “Katie has told me Dubaiii is happy, healthy and with her best friend. He is coming to the UK in the next couple of days.”
The update suggests Price remains in the UK while arrangements are being made to bring the Pomsky puppy from the UAE.
The couple purchased Dubaiii in late June, describing the dog as their “baby” after signing paperwork at a Dubai pet store. The purchase raised concerns among animal welfare campaigners because of Price’s well-documented history with pets, as well as reports that one of her cats was missing at the time.
Animal rights group PETA UK publicly condemned the purchase, renewing its long-standing offer to pay Price to stop acquiring animals.
Under UK regulations, pets travelling from the United Arab Emirates must meet strict import requirements, including veterinary documentation, vaccinations and transport as manifested air cargo before entering Great Britain.
