Overview

• Paul and Christy Akeo were arrested in Cancun on March 4, 2025, on charges of fraud related to a $116,500 timeshare dispute with The Palace Company.
• The couple claims they disputed the charges with American Express after the company failed to deliver promised services under their timeshare agreement.
• The Palace Company alleges that the Akeos fraudulently canceled payments and used social media to encourage others to do the same.
• The Akeos are being held in a maximum-security prison with no trial date set, and their family alleges poor detention conditions and retaliation by the company.
• U.S. officials, including Congressman Tom Barrett, are actively involved in efforts to secure the couple's release and address concerns about their treatment.