According to Us Weeklywho received official court filings, Osefo's lawyer asked that all charges be dismissed, citing “defects in the charging document.”
The filing also calls for the suppression of all evidence, including statements, documents and recorded communications, on the grounds of “illegal search or seizure” and “illegal interception.” Osefo's lawyer also further argued that the reality star was “illegally arrested” and that “any admissions, statements or confessions” obtained by law enforcement should be deemed “inadmissible” in court.
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However, that is not all. The publication reports that Osefo's lawyer in a separate filing also asked to separate her trial from that of her co-accused husband, Eddie Osefo, and demanded prosecutors disclose all evidence, witness lists, and all polygraph results related to the case. In addition, the defense sought the identities of all confidential informants and copies of all official police reports.
As before reportedWendy and her husband, Eddie Osefo, were arrested on October 9 in Westminster, Maryland, following a grand jury indictment on charges of insurance fraud, conspiracy to commit fraud, and making a false statement to police. Both were released on $50,000 bond.
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On Sunday, October 19, the Bravolebrity addressed the controversy in an Instagram post, reflecting on her faith while thanking fans for their support.
“And through it all, GOD remains faithful,” Wendy wrote next to a photo of herself wearing a black and white dress. “Thank you for pouring out love, support and prayers for myself and most importantly my family during this time. We are forever grateful.”
She ended the post by encouraging followers to tune in to the latest episode of #RHOP.
Her husband responded in kind, sharing his own post, also centered around faith.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways know him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6,” he captioned a family photo.
According to Us Weekly, Eddie Osefo, who is a lawyer by trade, still has a list of legal representation.
What do you think about the latest update in the fraud case of Dr. Wendy and Eddie Osefo?
