German-American billionaire retail tycoon,Karl-Erivan Haub, 64, who disappeared hiking on the Matterhorn and was declared dead in 2018 is ‘living with his 44-year-old mistress in Moscow’

BERLIN, GERMANY – In a shocking turn of events, German-American billionaire Karl-Erivan Haub, presumed dead since 2018, is reportedly alive and living in Moscow with his former mistress. Haub, 64, disappeared while hiking on the Matterhorn mountain in Switzerland in April 2018. Despite extensive search efforts, his body was never found, leading authorities to declare him deceased in 2019.

According to a report from German newspaper Bild, citing unnamed sources, Haub is living under a new identity with a 44-year-old woman with whom he allegedly had a long-standing affair. The report claims Haub faked his death to escape his life and business pressures.

Haub is the former CEO of discount supermarket chain Lidl, a global retail giant founded by his family. The company has not yet commented on the reports.

Authorities Investigate Claims

Swiss and German authorities are currently investigating the validity of these claims. “We are aware of the reports circulating in the German media and are looking into them,” a spokesperson for the Swiss canton of Valais told local media.

The news has sent shockwaves through the German business community and the family-owned Lidl company. Haub’s unexpected reappearance, if confirmed, would raise a multitude of questions regarding his disappearance, his current legal status, and the leadership of Lidl.

More Questions Than Answers

For now, the story remains shrouded in mystery. Bild acknowledges the lack of concrete evidence to support their claims. Many questions remain unanswered, including Haub’s motives for faking his death, the credibility of his alleged new identity, and the potential legal ramifications of his actions.

This developing story is sure to be followed closely in the coming days as authorities investigate and potentially reach out to Haub for comment.