What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway to Morocco ended in tragedy — and mystery — for British businessman Allen McKenna.
Now, just two months after his sudden death, questions are swirling around how he died, why his widow is keeping quiet, and how she ended up inheriting everything he owned.
Allen McKenna Dies Suddenly on Moroccan Holiday
Allen McKenna, a 47-year-old company director from the UK, was enjoying a trip with his wife, Majda Mjaoual, when he unexpectedly passed away.
Not long after, he was buried in Casablanca, Morocco — Majda’s hometown.
His death has left his family, especially his father Alan Moorhead, desperate for answers.
Alan says he last saw his son during a heartbreaking video call with Majda on February 22, where he saw Allen’s lifeless body. Since then, he claims she’s gone silent.
The Widow Speaks Out — and Pushes Back
In a rare conversation with MailOnline, Majda said Allen had died from a heart attack at her family’s home and had been sick for weeks.
But when Allen’s father asked for a death certificate or even the burial site, she allegedly refused.
To Majda, the situation is deeply personal. “His father is harassing me,” she told the outlet.
“If he wants answers, he can use lawyers.” She insisted she had followed proper protocol, informing Moroccan authorities and the British consulate.
“I loved Allen for seven years,” she said. “He died peacefully in his sleep.
He was the best person I ever met, and I looked after him when he was unwell. But I want nothing to do with his father anymore.”
Inheritance, Religion, and a Strained Father-Son Relationship
Tensions between Allen and his father had reportedly been brewing for years, especially after Allen converted to Islam and married Majda.
Friends say his mother accepted the relationship, but his father never did — and his conversion was a major point of conflict.
One close friend explained, “This is all about religion and control.
Allen’s dad didn’t support his marriage or his faith, and that’s where the rift started.”
That same friend confirmed that Allen’s will left everything to Majda.
“They had a huge falling out with his father,” the friend added. “It’s been nasty for a while.”
A Life Rebuilt After Setbacks
Allen had a successful business career behind him, having founded companies in both brewing and security.
Born in Harrogate and raised in Australia, he eventually returned to the UK and met Majda in London in 2017, shortly after splitting from his first wife. She was a waitress at the time.
He documented his journey on LinkedIn, describing himself as someone who bounced back from failure and built success through consistency.
Records show he was the director of several companies, with Majda listed as company secretary.
The Day He Died — And What Followed
Just before his death, Majda posted a video arriving at Gatwick Airport, preparing to fly to Morocco. The next day, Allen was dead.
A Moroccan death certificate signed by a forensic specialist states that he died at a Casablanca residence.
Reports suggest Allen had been struggling with health issues and had recently spent several days at Lewisham Hospital.
According to friends, he was aware his health was declining.
A Quiet Exit from Their Harrogate Home
After his death, Majda was seen clearing out their rented home in Harrogate — a spacious, four-bedroom house in one of the UK’s most sought-after towns.
Neighbors noticed two removal vans with foreign plates and several women, believed to be Majda’s relatives, packing up the house.
“She disappeared not long after Allen died,” a neighbor said. “They used to walk their dog together.
But after he was gone, we only saw her with her mother walking the dog — and then nothing.”
A Glamorous Life, but No Trace of Allen
Majda’s now-deleted social media once showed her in cities like Tokyo, Paris, and Dubai, often posing alone in luxury spots.
Oddly enough, Allen never appeared in any of those photos.
This has only added to the suspicion, especially given that brewing operations at Allen’s company have ceased and the office appears abandoned.
The source of his wealth remains somewhat unclear, but Companies House lists a balance of over £87,000 and nearly £1.2 million owed to his name.
What Happens Now?
The British Foreign Office says it is supporting the family and coordinating with Moroccan officials.
Meanwhile, North Yorkshire Police, Australia’s foreign affairs department, and even Interpol are said to be involved in the ongoing investigation.
While the mystery deepens, one thing is clear: Allen’s sudden death has left behind more questions than answers — and a bitter rift between a grieving father and the woman who inherited his son’s legacy.