‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Wendy Osefo and husband Eddie arrested on fraud charges

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Wendy Osefo, star of “Real Housewives of Potomac,” and her husband, Eddie, have been arrested. They are accused of falsely reporting a burglary and theft that supposedly happened last year.

A Maryland grand jury indicted the reality TV couple on several fraud charges, according to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. The couple, both 41 years old, were arrested and booked at the Carroll County Detention Center, but were released after posting bail on Friday.

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Karen Huger, a star on ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac,’ has been released from jail sooner than anticipated. She was convicted of DUI last year and served a reduced sentence.

A spokesperson for the Osefos announced Friday that they have returned home to their family and are doing well.

The family is thankful for all the kind messages and support they’ve received from friends, fans, and coworkers. They and their lawyers are eager to present their case in court and ask that everyone respect their privacy while they focus on their family and the legal proceedings.

The fraud charges began with a burglary reported in April 2024 at the home of the Osefos in Finksburg, Maryland, which is over 27 miles northwest of Baltimore. According to the Sheriff’s Office, officers responded to the burglary and theft report and spoke with the homeowners. The couple stated that their home had been broken into and many items were stolen while they were away on vacation.

According to a statement, thieves stole around 80 items—including jewelry, designer clothes, and shoes—with a total value exceeding $200,000.

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Following the news that David Del Rio was fired from ‘Matlock,’ his co-star, Leah Lewis, shared a message on Instagram—which she has since removed—saying she was choosing to focus on positivity and resilience.

Okay, so here’s the latest on that case everyone’s been talking about. Apparently, the police say the Osefos have already returned over $20,000 worth of the things that were reported stolen – straight back to the stores they bought them from. And get this – detectives found pictures of Wendy Osefo wearing a ring she *claimed* was one of the stolen items. It’s all pretty strange, and honestly, as a true crime fan, I’m totally hooked to see how this unfolds!

TMZ reports that the Osesfos told their insurance company they lost $450,000 worth of belongings, according to court records.

Wendy Osefo became a cast member on “Real Housewives of Potomac” starting with season five in late 2020 and continues to be on the show. She works as a political commentator, has written a book, and runs her own lifestyle brand. Her husband, Eddie Osefo, is a lawyer and a successful businessman with multiple ventures, including a business agency and a company that makes cannabis edibles.

As soon as the news of the arrests broke, Bravo decided to delay the “Wife Swap” episode featuring the Osefos. It was originally scheduled for October 14th, but they moved it to October 21st, according to Variety. As a fan, it was a bit jarring to see the schedule shift so quickly after everything came out.

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The people who run the biggest fan sites for the show talk about their impact on Bravo and how the network and its talent reach out to them: ‘Do people with connections try to get in touch with me? Yes, definitely.’

This arrest happened about a year and a half after another star from “The Real Housewives of Potomac” dealt with legal issues. Karen Huger, often called the “grand dame” by fans, was arrested in March 2024 for driving under the influence. She crossed the center line and hit several street signs while driving her Maserati. In December, she was found guilty of DUI and careless driving, along with other charges.

She was released from prison in September after serving six months of a yearlong prison sentence.

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2025-10-11 00:01