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Husband Convicted in Murder-for-Hire of New York Art Dealer
An estranged husband was found guilty of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot against a New York City art dealer. The victim was discovered dead in Brazil amid ongoing divorce proceedings. (sources: nytimes, nbcnews)
ModernAction Briefing
The estranged husband of a New York City art dealer was convicted of hiring a hitman to kill the dealer in Brazil. The case unfolded during their divorce process.
- Brent Sikkema, an art dealer known for promoting various artists, was found stabbed to death in his apartment in Brazil in 2024.
- The conviction occurred during ongoing divorce proceedings between Sikkema and his spouse.
Why it matters
This case highlights issues related to domestic disputes and the extreme actions that can arise from them.
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