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Tech millionaire accused of killing estranged wife from Newport Beach was after money, prosecutors say
['Sean Emery', 'Brian Rokos']
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Gordon Abas Goodarzi, 66, is suspected of killing his estranged wife, philanthropist Aryan Papoli, 58, for financial gain, a prosecutor wrote in a sworn statement filed in San Bernardino County Superior Court.
In the midst of a divorce, Papoli had withdrawn between $5 million and $8 million from a joint account, the prosecutor wrote.
A defense attorney listed as representing Goodarzi in court filings did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Several days later, on Nov. 22, Papoli was reported missing in Newport Beach, where she had been living prior to her disappearance.
Along with the allegation that Goodarzi killed Papoli for financial gain, prosecutors are also accusing him of “lying in wait” before the alleged slaying.