TV star Victoria Goodwin’s alleged plot to kill her famous husband just got exposed – but what drove a newlywed wife to allegedly arrange a hitman to take out her husband who was completely unaware of any marital problems?
At a glance:
• Victoria Goodwin, wife of “Ghost Adventures” star Aaron Goodwin, has been arrested for allegedly plotting to have her husband murdered
• The murder-for-hire scheme was discovered through text messages on a phone seized from a Florida prison inmate
• Victoria allegedly set aside $11,515 for the hit and provided details about Aaron’s location and filming schedule
• The murder was planned for October 2024, with discussions of a $2,500 advance payment
• Aaron Goodwin said he was “blindsided and devastated” by the plot, believing his marriage was “happy”
Marriage Made in a Haunted Mansion Turns Into Real-Life Horror
The wife of “Ghost Adventures” star Aaron Goodwin has been arrested in Nevada after allegedly conspiring to have her husband murdered in a shocking betrayal that has rocked fans of the popular paranormal show. Victoria Goodwin, who married the reality star at Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion in August 2022, now faces serious charges after authorities uncovered text messages revealing her alleged murder-for-hire plot.
The disturbing scheme came to light when corrections officers at a Florida prison seized a contraband phone from an inmate who was communicating with Victoria about the planned hit. Investigators discovered text messages where Victoria allegedly discussed hiring a hitman and set aside $11,515 for the task, even providing detailed information about Aaron’s filming schedule and location to facilitate the murder.
‘Ghost Adventures’ star Aaron Goodwin’s wife arrested for allegedly hiring hitman to kill him: report https://t.co/hRadgYsRmK pic.twitter.com/yeKgwNVVV7
— New York Post (@nypost) March 11, 2025
Ghost Hunter Completely Blindsided
Aaron Goodwin, who has been hunting the paranormal on television since 2008, was reportedly completely unaware of any plans against his life or problems in his marriage. The reality TV star described himself as “blindsided and devastated” by the revelations, telling authorities he believed his marriage was “happy” and had no indication his wife harbored such violent intentions.
The murder was allegedly scheduled for October 2024, with Victoria discussing an advance payment of $2,500 to set the plan in motion. Text messages revealed the inmate was communicating with another person about the plot, seeking updates on its execution and discussing payment details that would eventually lead investigators to Victoria.
Wife Claims “Fantasy” Not Murder Plot
Victoria Goodwin has denied any genuine intention to harm her husband, offering a bizarre defense that she was merely “fantasizing about life without him” rather than plotting his murder. She claimed to have no memory of corresponding with the inmate and insisted the money discussed was intended for cell phones, not a hitman’s services.
Victoria remains in police custody with bail set at $100,000 as she awaits her court appearance. Aaron’s “Ghost Adventures” co-host Zak Bagans has expressed support for his friend during this “emotional time,” while Warner Bros. Discovery and Travel Channel have remained silent on the situation that has sent shockwaves through the paranormal entertainment community.
