Crime House Daily: First Watch

Episode Title: Son Suspect in “Mango” Founder’s 320-Foot Fall to Death
Host: Katie Ring
Release Date: November 13, 2025

Episode Overview

This First Watch episode covers two unfolding true crime stories:

1. The suspicious death of Isaac Andik, billionaire founder of the Mango fashion empire, in Spain—initially ruled an accident, but now under homicide investigation with his son Jonathan as the prime suspect.
2. The murder investigation of London Thomas, a 17-year-old from Detroit, whose boyfriend and his mother are charged in her death after her body was found concealed in an SUV.

Throughout, host Katie Ring provides context, background, and emerging details, emphasizing the presumption of innocence for those accused.

1. The Case of Isaac Andik: From Tragic Fall to Homicide Investigation

Background: Who Was Isaac Andik?

• Isaac Andik, born in Istanbul (1953), moved to Barcelona as a teenager after his father's business was lost to political upheaval.
• Alongside his brother, began making and selling shirts—eventually founding Mango in 1984, growing it into an international success.
• Known as a private individual who valued family and avoided typical billionaire excess:

  "He values his privacy above all else. And he prefers to spend time on his yacht with his loved ones over attending fancy parties." —Katie Ring [05:14]

Company Drama and Family Tensions

• In 2015, Andik stepped back, appointing son Jonathan (then 35) in leadership.
• Andik reportedly dissatisfied as Mango’s profits and its “soul” seemed to diminish under Jonathan.
• Isaac returned to lead Mango in 2023; Jonathan remained vice chairman.
• Family disputes escalated in 2024 when Isaac rewrote his will, granting shares to all three children and his domestic partner, Estefania Newth, leading to legal friction over the estate.

The Hike and Fatal Fall

• On December 14, 2024, Isaac (71) and Jonathan (44) hiked near the Montserrat Caves outside Barcelona.
• According to Jonathan, he was walking ahead when he heard falling stones; Isaac then plummeted 320 feet into a ravine.

  "According to Jonathan, he's walking slightly ahead of his father when all of the sudden he hears the sound of falling stones behind him... there's nothing Jonathan can do as his father tumbles 320 ft into a ravine and dies." —Katie Ring [09:57]

Early Investigation: Accident or Foul Play?

• Jonathan called his father's partner, then emergency services.
• His account was vague and shifted on minor details (e.g., where he'd parked)—investigators initially attributed this to shock, with no physical evidence of wrongdoing.
• Media and public treated the death as a tragic accident.

Shifting Suspicion

• Estefania (Isaac's partner) described a strained father-son relationship to police, citing business and will disputes.

  “She tells them something Jonathan didn’t—that Isaac’s relationship with his son was strained… Disputes over Isaac’s will only added fuel to the fire.” —Katie Ring [09:57]

• Investigators began seeing a potential motive—financial gain, inheritance—spurring a renewed homicide probe.

Latest Developments

• In September 2025, police confronted Jonathan, requested his phone (which he handed over), and days later, formally informed him he was under investigation for murder.
• No concrete evidence against Jonathan has been shared with the public, and his family stands by him.

  “As of this recording, investigators haven’t shared any concrete evidence that Jonathan is responsible for his father’s death and the rest of his family is standing behind him.” —Katie Ring [10:45]

Notable Segment

• [09:57]–[10:54] Katie Ring details the turning points: Estefania's testimony, police suspicions, and the overall atmosphere of unresolved suspicion.

2. The Murder of London Thomas: A Family Betrayal

Who Was London?

• London Thomas, age 17, known for her close-knit family ties and vibrant personality in Detroit.
• Last seen at 4 AM on April 5, 2025, dropped at boyfriend Jaylen Pendergrass's (23) home in Inkster, Michigan.

Disappearance and Search

• London's family reported her missing the same day and the following day to different departments.
• Investigation revealed her phone last pinged in Westland, an area inconsistent with her expected route.
• Search efforts were mobilized by family, community, and later, the FBI.
• Jaylen and his mother Sharla quickly became persons of interest due to housing London last, their evasive responses, and concerns over Jaylen's relationship with a minor.

The Breakthrough Tip and Discovery

• A friend of Sharla contacted authorities, recalling how Sharla asked him to help move a sealed plastic bin from her house to an SUV in Southfield.

• The bin, still untouched in the parked SUV, was found by Michigan State Police, who discovered London’s remains inside.

  "They find London's remains inside. It's not immediately clear how she died, but soon they make another grim discovery." —Katie Ring [18:26]

• Autopsy: London died by asphyxia. Timeline and details of her death remain under investigation.

Arrests and Legal Complications

• Sharla initially charged with providing false information to a police officer, but charges were dropped due to a legal technicality (lying to a federal agent is not the same as lying to a peace officer under Michigan law).

  “I would have thought that lying to a federal agent would have come with harsher punishments than lying to a peace officer, but apparently not.” —Katie Ring [19:28]

• Despite initial frustration and months without news, on October 16, 2025, both Jaylen and Sharla were arrested and charged with second-degree murder and tampering with evidence.

  • Jaylen denied bond; Sharla’s bond set at $5 million.
  • Both pleaded not guilty at arraignment.

Family Reactions and Ongoing Pain

• London's family grapples with devastating loss and the slow, difficult process of justice.

  "Her stepfather says it’s hard to be in the house and imagine her sitting at the table. And her father wrestles with a lot of conflicting emotions." —Katie Ring [20:54]

Notable Segment

• [18:26]–[20:54]: Emotional retelling of the discovery, the family's heartbreak, and the legal process’s slow movement towards justice.

Notable Quotes and Moments

• "We aim to inform, not to decide guilt or innocence. So everyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law." —Katie Ring [02:54]
• "The investigation is still underway and authorities haven't shared much information with the public. But one thing that is certain, police quickly placed Jonathan at the top of their suspect list." —Katie Ring [10:29]
• “Now all signs are pointing to Jaylen and Sharla as the likely culprits behind an innocent girl's tragic and untimely death. To me, the fact that she was in a plastic bin and relocated is enough evidence that she was murdered. But when the autopsy comes back, it's confirmed London's cause of death was asphyxia.” —Katie Ring [19:09]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [01:41] — Introduction of Isaac Andik case and initial “accidental” ruling
• [05:14] — Isaac’s biography and Mango’s family drama
• [09:57] — Recap of the hike, the fall, and shifting suspicions
• [10:54] — Police pursuit of Jonathan, phone handover, and investigation status
• [12:40] — Beginning of London Thomas case background
• [18:26] — Discovery of London’s body and legal aftermath
• [20:54] — Family’s continued struggle and the push for justice

Final Thoughts

This episode of Crime House Daily delivers a thorough and sensitive overview of two headline-grabbing true crime investigations, spotlighting complex family relationships, legal intricacies, and the ongoing efforts to secure justice amidst uncertainty and grief. Katie Ring’s reporting is both factual and empathetic, making this episode essential listening for anyone following these cases.

Stay tuned to Crime House Daily for ongoing updates as more evidence and developments emerge.