A shocking case of international murder-for-hire has come to a close in Brazil, where a New York City art dealer was brutally killed. Brent Sikkema, a prominent figure in the art world, was found dead in 2019, sparking a massive investigation that would eventually lead to the conviction of his estranged husband. According to reports, Sikkema's husband, identified as a suspect in the case, was found guilty of orchestrating the murder in a scheme that spanned continents. As authorities continue to unravel the intricate details of the crime, the conviction serves as a grim reminder of the darker side of the art world, where money, power, and relationships can turn deadly.
Brent Sikkema killed: Estranged husband convicted of murder-for-hire in killing of New York City art dealer in Brazil ABC7 Chicago
