Wendy Osefo Says She’s Shocked By Arrest — Blames Husband and Calls It a ‘Clerical Error’
It’s been a whirlwind 24 hours for Real Housewives of Potomac star Wendy Osefo, who was arrested alongside her husband Eric Osefo after police accused the couple of staging a fake burglary and filing a false insurance claim. But according to insiders close to the professor-turned-reality star, Wendy is stunned, frustrated, and already trying to distance herself from the scandal.
“Wendy Didn’t File Anything”
Sources close to the Osefo family told Media Take Out that Wendy is adamant she had nothing to do with the alleged fraud. One friend told us, “This was Eric’s claim — his paperwork, his insurance report, his everything. Wendy wasn’t even involved in filing it.”
According to this insider, Wendy — who proudly refers to herself as “Miss Four Degrees” — is trying to make it clear that her arrest was a case of being guilty by association, not by action. The source added, “She’s shocked this happened at all. She feels like she’s being dragged into something she didn’t touch.”
Those close to her say she’s been “completely blindsided” by the charges and that she plans to cooperate fully with authorities to clear her name.
The “Clerical Error” Defense
Another friend of the couple is suggesting the entire situation is nothing more than a clerical mistake blown out of proportion. The friend told Media Take Out, “It wasn’t fraud. They may have listed items on the insurance report that weren’t meant to be there, but it wasn’t intentional. This was never about trying to scam anyone.”
However, legal experts aren’t convinced that the “clerical error” angle will hold much weight — especially since police claim there was no burglary at all. Still, Wendy’s inner circle seems confident that once all the facts are revealed, she’ll be cleared of wrongdoing.
Wendy’s Public Silence — and Private Panic
So far, Wendy hasn’t spoken publicly about her arrest, but people close to her say she’s deeply embarrassed and worried about the impact on her career and image. Beyond her Real Housewives fame, Wendy is a Johns Hopkins University professor, a political commentator, and a television personality who frequently appears on national news outlets.
“She’s worked her whole life to build credibility,” said one associate. “The last thing she wants is for her reputation to be tied to something like this.”
Privately, friends say Wendy is heartbroken and angry — both at the situation and, reportedly, at her husband Eric. One insider said, “Wendy feels betrayed. She trusted Eric to handle things, and now she’s the one facing felony charges.”
What’s Next for Wendy
While Eric may be at the center of the insurance paperwork, Wendy’s name is still on the arrest report — meaning her next steps will be crucial. Insiders say she’s already assembled a top-tier legal team and is prepared to “fight tooth and nail” to protect her freedom, her career, and her image.
One friend summed it up perfectly: “Wendy’s not built for prison — she’s built for the classroom and the camera. She’s going to do everything she can to make sure this doesn’t destroy her life.”
For now, Dr. Wendy remains quiet publicly, but behind the scenes, the message is clear: she’s separating herself from Eric’s mess — fast.