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Laura Owens (part 2)

Ep 356: She said she got pregnant by the bachelor but what followed blindsided everyone.

This is part 2 of the Laura Owens story.

In this installment of the Laura Owens story, the hosts dissect the legal aftermath of her fabricated pregnancy claims against Clayton Eckerd. Following a paternity suit that collapsed under DNA evidence, the narrative shifts to the criminal investigation that led to a dramatic search warrant at Owens’ home. The episode details the damning evidence uncovered by law enforcement, including doctored medical records, falsified ultrasounds, and the purchase of pregnancy hormones, which resulted in fourteen felony charges ranging from fraud to perjury. The discussion explores the intricate web of legal maneuvers, including Owens’ attempt to discharge legal debts through Chapter 7 bankruptcy and the subsequent adversary complaints filed by her victims to ensure accountability.

Sources for Today's Episode:

San Francisco Chronicle

Justiceforclayton.com

Love Trapped podcast

Bankruptcy Court “Stipulated Motion to Dismiss with Prejudice”

Victims of Lauraowens.com

Credits:

Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks

Produced by James Varga

Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo

Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro

Music by Dessert Media

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