Netflix Premieres Documentary on Edmond Safra’s Death: Key Insights Revealed
Netflix has premiered a documentary titled “Assassination in Monaco,” focusing on the death of billionaire banker Edmond Safra. The documentary features interviews with various individuals involved in the investigation, including the alleged murderer. Directed by Hodges Usry, it revisits reports and testimonies from 1999, the year Safra died, allowing viewers to consider who was truly responsible for this high-profile crime.
Key Details of Edmond Safra’s Murder
The shocking events transpired on December 10, 1999, when Edmond Safra and his nurse tragically died in his luxurious Monaco apartment, located in the Belle Époque building. The cause of death was determined to be asphyxiation due to a premeditated fire.
Background of the Incident
- Date: December 10, 1999
- Location: Belle Époque apartment, Monaco
- Victims: Edmond Safra and his nurse
- Manner of Death: Asphyxiation from an arson fire
At the time of his death, Safra was suffering from advanced Parkinson’s disease, necessitating daily care. American nurse Ted Maher was later convicted of orchestrating Safra’s murder, receiving a 10-year prison sentence.
The Investigation Findings
On the day of the incident, Maher initially claimed that two intruders had entered the apartment, stabbed Safra, and set the place on fire. However, investigators refuted this narrative. They identified Maher as the perpetrator, who had inflicted stab wounds on himself and initiated the fire.
- Maher’s Defense: Argued he was a scapegoat with no motive to kill Safra.
- Confession: Maher ultimately admitted guilt, which led to his conviction.
- Allegations of Coercion: His defense contended he was coerced into confessing to a document he couldn’t read.
Suspicions and Theories
In the aftermath, Russian mafia involvement was suggested as a motive for the attack, linked to financial negotiations that displeased certain parties. Additionally, suspicions arose around Lily Safra, Edmond’s widow, who inherited a fortune of $1.3 billion (approximately R$ 5 billion) after his death. Lily Safra passed away in 2022.
This documentary sheds light on one of the world’s most shocking crimes, raising questions about trust, betrayal, and the quest for wealth.
