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Ghost Adventures star Aaron Goodwin’s wife, Victoria Goodwin, allegedly wanted him dead.
On Monday, March 10, TMZ reported that the 48-year-old ghost hunter’s wife was arrested and booked on two charges last week: solicitation to commit murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
The plan was allegedly in place in October 2024, as Victoria communicated with an inmate in a Florida prison. According to the arrest report obtained by the outlet, Victoria messaged him, “Am I a bad person? Because I chose to end his existence. Not divorce.”
Television personality Aaron Goodwin from the show “Ghost Adventures” arrives at the sixth annual Fighters Only World Mixed Martial Arts Awards at The Palazzo Las Vegas on February 7, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Television personality Aaron Goodwin from the show “Ghost Adventures” arrives at the sixth annual Fighters Only World Mixed Martial Arts Awards at The Palazzo Las Vegas on February 7, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images
Victoria provided information on her hubby’s location and filming times for the paranormal reality TV series, and the inmate messaged somebody about the job, writing, “He’s asleep right now in the hotel room … I need to know what’s going on. Can I get an update. Was it done?”
Victoria was reportedly set to pay the hitman $11,515 with a $2,500 upfront payment.
TMZ revealed that police unearthed the alleged plot after corrections officers got hold of the inmate’s contraband phone.
Police told the publication that when confronted, Victoria denied wanting her husband dead and couldn’t recall sending the texts.
However, she allegedly admitted that she was “daydreaming or fantasizing about being without her husband” and that they were dealing with issues in the relationship. Regarding the money she was setting aside, she reportedly told the cops she thought it was for cell phones.
Aaron, allegedly told the outlet he was shocked by this situation and thought he was in a solid marriage.
The couple wed in August 2022, and the reality star has shared glimpses into their life since then, celebrating his wife’s birthday and marriage milestones.
In August 2024, he posted a wedding photo with his sweetheart in honor of his two-year wedding anniversary, writing, “2 years ago today I got to marry my best friend ❤️ I’m so lucky to have u in my life, hun.”
Most recently, in February 2025, Aaron posted a photo of his wife playing mini golf on Valentine’s Day, writing, “My valentine always beats me at mini golf ❤️.”
Victoria’s bail is $100,000, and she is still in police custody, per the tabloid.
