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Ohio Woman Sentenced to Life for Fentanyl Overdose Murders

2/20/2026

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Rebecca Auborn, a 35-year-old Ohio sex worker, received four consecutive life terms for fentanyl overdose deaths in 2023.
She pleaded guilty to four counts of murder and other charges.
She admitted to drugging and robbing her victims.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost expressed hope the sentence brings closure to families.
Auborn was indicted after a fourth victim died, triggering a review by the Columbus Division of Police.

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Story summary

Rebecca Auborn, a 35-year-old Ohio sex worker, received four consecutive life terms for fentanyl overdose deaths in 2023.
She pleaded guilty to four counts of murder and other charges.
She admitted to drugging and robbing her victims.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost expressed hope the sentence brings closure to families.
Auborn was indicted after a fourth victim died, triggering a review by the Columbus Division of Police.