‘Ghost Adventures’ Star’s Wife Allegedly Plotted His Murder with Convicted Killer
In a twist that feels ripped from a true crime drama, Victoria Goodwin, the wife of “Ghost Adventures” star Aaron Goodwin, has been accused of conspiring to murder her husband in a rather shocking murder-for-hire plot. According to police, Victoria connected with Grant Amato, a convicted murderer serving a life sentence for the 2019 triple homicide of his family, through a true-crime documentary that piqued her interest. This unlikely duo allegedly devised a scheme that involved a shocking sum of $11,515 intended for the hit job.
Cops revealed that Victoria not only communicated with Amato but also provided him with vital details about Aaron’s filming schedule, indicating a chilling level of premeditation. In one of their exchanges, Amato reportedly texted someone asking for updates on the hit, asking, “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?” Thankfully, the murder never took place, but the fallout has been dramatic. Victoria was arrested and charged with solicitation to commit murder and conspiracy to commit murder, leaving Aaron understandably blindsided and seeking court-ordered protection, barring her from contacting him for three months.
As for Amato, his former defense attorney, Jared Shapiro, described him as an “arrogantly intelligent” individual who thrives on attention, which may explain his willingness to engage in such a dangerous plot. Interestingly, Amato had previously stolen $210,000 from his family to fund a relationship with a webcam model, showcasing a pattern of reckless behavior that culminated in his horrific crime spree. While Las Vegas prosecutors have yet to charge Amato further in this latest alleged conspiracy, this story raises questions about the darker sides of obsession and the lengths some will go to escape their circumstances.
In a world where reality often outstrips fiction, this case serves as a chilling reminder that some narratives are all too real, making one wonder what other secrets lurk behind the camera lights and paranormal investigations.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, People Magazine, ABC News
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