Man and His Brother Gang Up to Steal Over $5 Million From Wealthy Heiress

The opulent world of London’s elite has been rocked by a high-stakes legal battle, as a dry cleaning entrepreneur, Bahador Amini, finds himself embroiled in a multi-million-pound dispute. He stands accused of aiding his wellness guru brother, Kash Amini, in concealing a staggering £3.8 million allegedly siphoned from the finances of wealthy heiress, Vanessa Wurm.

The saga unfolds with Ms. Wurm, a socialite and multimillionaire, claiming she was meticulously targeted on social media by Kash Amini. Their relationship, spanning from 2019 to 2022, saw Ms. Wurm investing heavily in Kash’s business, Maslife, a venture combining finance and wellness. However, she alleges that her substantial financial contributions were squandered on Kash’s lavish lifestyle, including the purchase of a £350,000 Ferrari 812 Superfast bearing a personalized £10,000 number plate, “KASIH,” initially belonging to her mother.

The High Court has already ruled against Kash Amini and his company, ordering them to repay Ms. Wurm £3,862,900 and to account for any profits derived from the misappropriated funds. The court also mandated the return of the Ferrari to Ms. Wurm’s mother. Now, the focus shifts to Bahador Amini, who faces accusations of assisting his brother in hiding the substantial sums of money.

Ms. Wurm’s legal team has raised pertinent questions about the dramatic shift in Bahador Amini’s financial circumstances. They point to his transformation from living a modest life, driving an “old van” and residing with his mother, to owning a £250,000 Bentley Bentayga and a £1.5 million apartment in Chelsea. This sudden affluence has fueled suspicions that he may have benefited from his brother’s alleged illicit activities.

Judge Nicholas Parfitt has upheld freezing orders on Bahador Amini and his companies, Laundry D2D Limited and Pars Dc Limited, ensuring that assets potentially belonging to Ms. Wurm are not dissipated before a full trial. The judge stated that there is a “considerable risk” that Bahador Amini assisted his brother in concealing Ms. Wurm’s money.

Bahador Amini vehemently denies any wrongdoing, asserting that his wealth stems from legitimate business ventures and that he received no funds from Ms. Wurm. However, the court has heard that Ms. Wurm and Kash Amini lived a life of extravagant luxury, attending high-profile events like Royal Ascot and spending vast sums on luxury goods. Ms. Wurm claims she financed their entire lifestyle, including expensive holidays, designer clothing, private jets, and exclusive club memberships.

Furthermore, Ms. Wurm alleges that her investment in Kash Amini’s company was based on promises of a substantial shareholding and a prominent position within the business. She claims that the shareholding she received was disproportionately small and that her role as chief operating officer was abruptly terminated.

Ms. Wurm contends that she was “intentionally targeted” due to her wealth, having been “besotted” by Kash Amini’s charm. She believes he orchestrated a “campaign of deception” to exploit her emotionally and financially. To add complexity, Kash Amini had publicly spoken of overcoming £1 million in debt through meditation, raising further questions about the source of his funds during his relationship with Ms. Wurm.

The court has examined Kash Amini’s bank accounts, revealing that the millions invested by Ms. Wurm were “dissipated in a bewildering array of directions.” Now, Bahador Amini’s financial transactions are under scrutiny, with suspicions arising from his purchase of the Bentley and the Chelsea apartment. The freezing orders on his assets remain in place, as the court deems there is a “sufficient risk of dissipation” to warrant their continuation. The upcoming trial promises to shed further light on the intricate web of financial dealings and the alleged role of Bahador Amini in this high-profile dispute.