Fraudulent Pregnancy Scheme Exposed | Tucson News

Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Thirty-five-year-old Laura Owens just pleaded guilty to a shocking string of crimes—including fraud, perjury, and identity theft—after faking a pregnancy to extort child support from “The Bachelor” star Clayton Echard and allegedly targeting another man. Prosecutors say she lied under oath in court, doctored an ultrasound, and even staged a fake pregnancy video—all while exploiting the legal system for personal gain. With multiple charges and a pending sentence, this case exposes the dangerous lengths some go to manipulate justice over family matters. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…