Prosecutors allege that Real Housewives of Potomac star Dr. Wendy Osefo and her husband, Eddie Osefo, used false names to mask their identities while opening dozens of credit accounts. Court filings obtained this week detail serious fraud accusations in an ongoing insurance-claim case.
Prosecutors say Aliases, 40 Credit Cards, Excessive Spending
According to prosecutors, the couple opened approximately 40 credit and/or debit cards, some under company names, as part of what they describe as a pattern of financial excess.
The complaint alleges that Wendy and Eddie used the names “Pam Oliver” and “Eddie Hennessy” in a “deliberate attempt to mask their identity.” Prosecutors argue these aliases were not incidental but part of a calculated strategy tied to their insurance-fraud case.
They say the couple was financially strained before filing a claim for a reported April 2024 burglary at their Maryland home. Authorities now suggest the aliases helped shield them as they allegedly made large purchases, sought returns, and submitted those transactions to insurers.
Disputed Claims, Legal Response
Investigators claim many of the items the Osefos reported stolen—jewelry, designer goods and more—were actually returned for full refunds prior to the claimed burglary. In a twist, prosecutors also point to a diamond ring the couple said was stolen: after the burglary report, Wendy was photographed wearing the very same ring.
Wendy, 41, and Eddie, also 41, were indicted by a grand jury and arrested on Oct. 9, 2025. Each posted $50,000 bond and was released the next day.
They face a combined 34 counts: Wendy is charged with 16 counts, including seven felony false or misleading-information fraud charges and conspiracy counts, plus a misdemeanor for making a false statement to police. Eddie is charged with 18 counts, including nine felonies, according to court documents.
In legal filings, their defense called the subpoena efforts by prosecutors a “fishing expedition” and asked the court to quash them. Wendy has also demanded separate trials and requested full disclosure of the prosecution’s evidence.
Public Reaction and Personal Statement
A spokeswoman for the Osefos said the pair “look forward to their day in court.” After their arrest, Wendy posted on Instagram, thanking fans for their “outpouring of love, support, and prayers … for myself and most importantly my family.”
On her behalf, legal counsel argued the use of alternative names was for privacy and convenience—particularly for package delivery—not part of any illicit scheme.