Just spitballing here. Back to my betting odds calculator:
Request: Potential Charges under Dominican Law and Corresponding Odds
1. Homicide (Article 95)
Odds: 3:1 (Moderately probable)
Description: This charge involves the intentional killing of another person, potentially encompassing murder or manslaughter. The moderate probability stems from inconsistencies in Riibe’s statements and the family’s suspicion that Konanki did not drown, though the lack of a body or definitive evidence reduces its likelihood at this stage.
2. Kidnapping (Article 101)
Odds: 4:1 (Less probable)
Description: This refers to the illegal detention or abduction of a person against their will. The family has raised kidnapping or human trafficking as possibilities due to the absence of a body despite extensive searches, but without concrete evidence, this charge remains less probable.
3. Sexual Assault/Rape (Article 104)
Odds: 6:1 (Not very likely)
Description: This charge involves non-consensual sexual acts, such as rape. While the isolated beach setting at night theoretically raises this possibility, there is no specific evidence or accusation to support it, making it the least likely charge based on current information.
4. Obstruction of Justice (Article 164)
Odds: 2:1 (Most probable)
Description: This charge applies to actions that hinder the legal process, such as providing false information or refusing to cooperate with an investigation. Riibe’s documented inconsistent statements and lack of cooperation make this the most probable charge at this point.
5. Perjury (Article 165)
Odds: 3:1 (Moderately probable)
Description: This involves lying under oath during legal proceedings. If Riibe provided false statements while under oath, this charge could apply. While it’s unclear if he was under oath, his inconsistent accounts suggest a moderate likelihood, pending further details.