Aurora Phelps Accused of Drugging and Killing Older Men via Dating Apps
She met older men on dating apps. Aurora Phelps drugged and sometimes killed them, FBI says

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Aurora Phelps, 44, is under investigation for allegedly drugging and killing older men she met on dating apps. The FBI has linked her to at least 11 potential victims, including Robert Erbach, whose body was found near Guadalajara, Mexico. Phelps faces multiple charges in both the U.S. and Mexico.
- 01Phelps is accused of using dating apps to target men in their 60s and 70s, gaining access to their finances.
- 02The FBI has identified 11 potential victims, with Phelps linked to the deaths of at least two men.
- 03Phelps has dual U.S. and Mexican citizenship and was married during her alleged crimes.
- 04She has been charged with murder in Mexico and faces multiple charges in the U.S., including kidnapping and fraud.
- 05Authorities believe Phelps used various aliases on dating apps to exploit vulnerable individuals.
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Aurora Phelps, a 44-year-old woman with dual U.S. and Mexican citizenship, is under investigation by the FBI for allegedly drugging and killing older men she met through dating apps. The FBI has identified at least 11 potential victims, including Robert Erbach, whose body was discovered near Guadalajara, Mexico, after he went missing following a date with Phelps. Authorities claim she used her charm to manipulate men in their 60s and 70s, gaining access to their bank accounts and personal information. Phelps has been charged with murder in Mexico and faces numerous charges in the U.S., including two counts of kidnapping, one resulting in death, and identity theft. Her pattern of behavior suggests a calculated approach to targeting lonely individuals, exploiting their vulnerabilities for financial gain. Phelps's alleged actions have drawn attention to the dangers of online dating, particularly for older adults. She remains in custody in Mexico as extradition proceedings to the U.S. are underway.
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The case raises awareness about the risks of online dating for older adults, highlighting the need for vigilance in protecting personal information.
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