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Wendy Burch Sues Over Alleged Extortion Related to $150K Drug Deal

Wendy Burch Sues Over Alleged Extortion Related to $150K Drug Deal

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ThreatCluster •October 28, 2026 at 21:08 UTC
  • •Wendy Burch accuses Christine Weber of a yearslong extortion attempt.
  • •The original fraud case against Burch was dismissed in December 2025.
  • •Burch seeks damages for emotional distress and reputational harm.

Wendy Burch, a KTLA-TV anchor, has filed a lawsuit against Christine Weber, who previously accused her and her ex-partner of fraud in a 2018 case. Burch claims Weber's actions caused her significant emotional distress and reputational damage. The original lawsuit alleged that Burch and her ex-partner defrauded Weber out of $150,000, which Burch now asserts was related to an illegal drug deal involving Weber. The 2018 case was dismissed in December 2025 after a judge ruled Weber's testimony unreliable. Burch's suit seeks damages for malicious prosecution and emotional distress, asserting that Weber's motives were vindictive. The ongoing legal battle highlights the complexities of defamation and fraud allegations in the media industry.

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2018-03-01
Weber files lawsuit against Burch and Taylor
Christine Weber sues Wendy Burch and her ex-partner for fraud, claiming they defrauded her of $150,000.
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2025-12-01
Weber's lawsuit dismissed
A Los Angeles judge dismisses Weber's fraud case against Burch and Taylor, citing unreliable testimony.
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2026-10-24
Burch files new lawsuit
Wendy Burch sues Christine Weber for malicious prosecution and emotional distress in Los Angeles Superior Court.
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What are the main allegations in Burch's lawsuit?
Burch alleges malicious prosecution, abuse of process, and intentional infliction of emotional distress against Weber.
What was the outcome of the original fraud case?
The fraud case against Burch and her ex-partner was dismissed in December 2025 due to unreliable testimony from Weber.
What damages is Burch seeking?
Burch is seeking damages for economic losses, emotional distress, and reputational harm caused by Weber's actions.