Mango's Jonathan Andic steps down amid investigation into father’s death

Mango Executive Vice President Jonathan Andic has temporarily stepped away from his responsibilities within the company amid the ongoing investigation into his father’s death. 

In an open letter published on Tuesday, Andic strongly denied the allegations, saying they bore “no relation to reality”, while acknowledging that “dismantling it” would likely take a considerable amount of time.

"A public narrative has been constructed that is one-sided, taken out of context and distorted, and which has created a perception of guilt that bears no relation to reality. I know that dismantling it will require time, effort and intense dedication," Andic said.

The development follows reports that a Spanish court last week named Andic as a suspect in the death of his father, who died in December 2024 after falling more than 100 metres (330 feet) from a cliff while hiking with his son in the mountains outside Barcelona.

The judge’s writ stated there was “sufficient evidence” to suggest the death may not have been accidental and that Jonathan Andic “played an active and premeditated role”.

Andic was appointed Executive Vice President of Mango’s holding company in January 2025, approximately six weeks after his father’s death.

In an internal communication to employees, Chairman and CEO Toni Ruiz expressed his “utmost respect, understanding and support” for Andic.

He also reiterated confidence in the company’s trajectory, stating that “the company is in the strongest moment of its history. We have the full support and long-term vision of our shareholders, a clear, unique and differentiated strategy, and a corporate governance model aligned with the highest standards”.

Ruiz thanked employees for the “many messages of care and support that Mango has been receiving in recent days from around the world” and encouraged staff to remain united and continue building on the company’s legacy with ambition.

Mango’s board also issued a statement expressing support for Andic and “full confidence that the legal proceedings will be resolved favourably and trust that this will happen as swiftly as possible”.