New York Gallerist Husband Convicted in Murder-for-Hire Plot
A man was convicted in connection with the 2024 stabbing death of his spouse, a New York art gallerist, in Brazil. The case involved divorce proceedings at the time of the killing.
nypost.comA court convicted the husband of a New York gallerist in a murder-for-hire plot tied to the 2024 stabbing death of his spouse in Brazil. The victim, who promoted artists including Kara Walker, was found stabbed in his apartment during ongoing divorce proceedings.
Prosecutors presented evidence linking the defendant to arrangements for the killing. The trial examined communications and financial records connected to the plot. The conviction follows an investigation that began after the body was discovered in the apartment. Police in Brazil handled the initial inquiry before the case moved to trial.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- 2024
Brent Sikkema was found stabbed to death in his apartment in Brazil.
1 sourceThe New York Times - 2024
Divorce proceedings were underway between the victim and his spouse.
1 sourceThe New York Times - 2026
The spouse was convicted in a murder-for-hire plot.
1 sourceThe New York Times
Potential Impact
- 01
Sentencing proceedings will determine the length of imprisonment.
- 02
Brazilian authorities may release additional investigative records.
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