Summary
Natalie Greene, a former congressional staffer, is accused of faking a violent attack on herself that included political messages. She allegedly hired someone to hurt her and then falsely reported the incident to police. Greene faces serious charges and possible prison time if convicted.
Key Facts
- Natalie Greene is a former staffer for New Jersey Republican Representative Jefferson Van Drew.
- Greene allegedly staged the attack with another person on a nature trail in New Jersey.
- She claimed that three men attacked her, tied her up, and wrote political slurs on her body.
- Police found inconsistencies in Greene's story and found evidence suggesting the attack was staged.
- A receipt showed Greene paid someone $500 for body modifications the day of the incident.
- Greene could face up to 10 years in prison and a $500,000 fine if found guilty.
- She was released on a $200,000 bond pending further legal proceedings.
