Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleLee Andrews, a Dubai-based businessman, has spoken out following his month-long disappearance, claiming he was detained by Dubai authorities. He alleges he was "held at gunpoint" and "accused of espionage" during his time in custody. Andrews described being "slapped around," "hand-tied, shackled," and having a "hood over his head" while detained. He confirmed his safety and return to wife Katie Price, crediting her with involving British authorities in securing his release. The 43-year-old stated he has signed "disclaimers with state security" preventing him from revealing more, but insisted his detention was not linked to fraud or criminal activities. In fullLee Andrews claims he was ‘held at gunpoint’ as he breaks silence on mysterious disappearanceThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in