In 2021, Mike Cees faced trial for fraud but remained unaware of the repercussions until October 2024, when details emerged about his 4,000 euro fine, which he has yet to pay. Despite multiple summons, Cees refuses to settle, leading to an 80-day prison sentence. Following his arrest on October 21, evidence surfaced from his girlfriend’s birthday party. Currently detained, Cees insists on his innocence, while his arrest takes a toll on his relationship.
In 2021, Mike Cees, 37, faced legal issues related to a fraud case that was largely unknown to the public until details emerged on October 20, 2024. The ‘Bild’ newspaper reported that the outcome of this trial resulted in a fine of €4,000, which Cees has yet to pay. Despite multiple summonses, he has not settled the debt, which could lead to serious consequences.
Currently, the reality TV star, known for his participation in ‘Prominent getrennt’, is at risk of serving an 80-day prison sentence due to his unwillingness to comply with the court’s ruling. His situation escalated when he was arrested by police on the evening of October 20, 2024. Cees has referred to the situation as a ‘scandal’, but how did it all begin?
Legal Troubles: The Fraud Case of 2021
According to Senior Public Prosecutor Kai Münch, the case revolves around a fine imposed on Cees stemming from a fraud trial three years prior. Cees was sentenced to pay €4,000 but failed to do so despite repeated notifications from the authorities. Following this, an arrest warrant was issued in early September 2024 as a consequence of his non-payment.
Since Cees is officially registered in Brandenburg, the public prosecutor’s office in Frankfurt/Oder took action against him. The fraud allegations reportedly originated from a former business partner who claimed that Cees had failed to settle financial obligations for alleged services rendered.
Cees Denies Guilt and Rejects Payment
Despite the legal battles, Mike Cees has firmly stated that he will not pay the fine. In a conversation with ‘Bild’, he admitted to being aware of the arrest warrant but expressed his disdain for the situation:
“I’m not going to pay money to someone who just wanted to screw me. I’d rather go to jail for a few days,” he declared.
Life in the Spotlight: Cees’ Recent Activities
Mike Cees has been avoiding comments on his recent activities. He has portrayed himself as an expatriate in Dubai on social media for several months. In July, he described Dubai as his ‘home’, sharing images of himself in traditional Arabic attire and discussing how the city helps him reconnect with himself.
Instead of laying low, Cees has been traveling frequently between Switzerland and Munich, where his girlfriend, Delia Grösch, 35, resides. On October 19, he attended her birthday celebration at the ‘Augustiner Drei Mühlen’ brewery, marking a rare public appearance.
Unexpected Arrest Following a Birthday Bash
Unfortunately, the happy occasion quickly turned sour. Early on October 21, Delia posted an Instagram story revealing that Cees had been arrested by two plainclothes officers. The footage depicted the arrest, stating, ‘Most beautiful Saturday and worst Sunday of the year in one weekend.’
On October 22, Cees is scheduled to be taken to Stadelheim prison. Since his arrest, he has only been able to communicate with Delia via phone. She recounted visiting the police station to retrieve his belongings, hoping for a chance to say goodbye, which was not permitted. Delia expressed her emotional turmoil: “I was overwhelmed and sad that it happened so suddenly. We had argued and just made up again.”
The couple had been aware that law enforcement was pursuing Cees but were unprepared for the swift turn of events. “I didn’t expect it to happen so quickly,” Delia admitted.
Sources: bild.de, instagram.com