Woman Sentenced for Fraudulent Pregnancy Claims Involving 'Bachelor' Star
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- •Laura Owens sentenced to 30 days for pregnancy fraud involving Clayton Echard.
- •Indicted on multiple felony charges including perjury and fraudulent schemes.
- •Owens also targeted a second victim with similar fraudulent claims.
Laura Michelle Owens has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for a fraudulent pregnancy scheme involving Clayton Echard, a former 'Bachelor' star. Owens falsely claimed to be pregnant with Echard's child and later fabricated evidence, including an ultrasound image and a pregnancy video. Initially, she filed a paternity lawsuit against Echard in 2023 but dropped it after alleging a miscarriage. The case was referred to prosecutors due to inconsistencies in her statements. Owens was indicted on multiple felony charges, including fraudulent schemes and perjury, and accepted a plea deal in August 2026. The investigation also revealed a second victim, Greg Gillespie, whom Owens targeted after their brief relationship. She is accused of using falsified documents to support her claims against him as well. The case has drawn significant media attention due to its bizarre nature and the involvement of a reality TV star.
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