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Romance Scam Queen Arrested: Millions Stolen, Lives Lost

2/26/2025

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Aurora Phelps, 43, is in custody in Mexico, facing serious federal charges for orchestrating romance scams that preyed on older men from July 2021 to December 2022. Accused of drugging her victims and stealing millions, she is linked to several tragic deaths and could face life in prison if convicted. The FBI is urging any additional victims to come forward.

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Aurora Phelps, 43, is in custody in Mexico, facing serious federal charges for orchestrating romance scams that preyed on older men from July 2021 to December 2022. Accused of drugging her victims and stealing millions, she is linked to several tragic deaths and could face life in prison if convicted. The FBI is urging any additional victims to come forward.