Wisconsin Woman Accused of Plotting To Hire Hit Man To Kill Her Mother and Stepfather After Alleged Childhood Abuse
APPLETON, WISCONSIN — A 43-year-old woman from Wisconsin is facing two felony charges after investigators say she attempted to hire a hit man to murder her mother and stepfather, claiming they “ruined my life.” The woman, identified as Lindsey Feucht, appeared in Outagamie County court this week for a preliminary hearing after being arrested in an undercover operation that began in August.
Investigators Say Feucht Sought Killings Due to Longstanding Trauma
According to the criminal complaint, Feucht expressed deep resentment toward her mother over unresolved events from her childhood. Investigators say she claimed she experienced inappropriate touching by a neighbor when she was younger and that her mother and stepfather allegedly failed to take action or report it.
During conversations documented by investigators, Feucht reportedly told an operative:
“There needs to be a price to pay … they’ve ruined my life.”
Authorities say these statements marked the beginning of a murder-for-hire attempt that soon escalated into detailed planning.
Authorities: Photos, Home Diagram, and Instructions Were Provided
Investigators arranged for Feucht to meet with an undercover agent posing as a hit man. The meeting took place at the Fox River Mall in Appleton, where Feucht allegedly laid out her full plan.
According to police, she:
- Offered $10,000 for each killing
- Provided photos of both intended victims
- Hand-drew a diagram of their home, including where they slept
- Suggested items of jewelry that could be taken to stage the crime as a burglary
- Requested that the deaths “look natural”
Officials said Feucht was “organized and specific” in her instructions, outlining everything from entry points to how the scene should appear afterward.
Undercover Operation Leads to Swift Arrest
As soon as the meeting concluded, investigators moved in and arrested Feucht. She was booked into the Outagamie County Jail, where she is being held on a $100,000 bond.
Her next court appearance is scheduled for December 10, when prosecutors are expected to present more material from the undercover operation and interviews.
Outagamie County is located in eastern Wisconsin, just west of Green Bay. Authorities say cases involving such deliberate planning against family members are uncommon in the region, making this incident a significant focus for both investigators and the court.
Case Gains Attention for Its Depth of Planning
The case has drawn public interest due to the alleged combination of emotional motive and extensive pre-planning. Investigators say the level of detail Feucht provided — including diagrams, photos, and staged burglary elements — indicated a clear intent and a willingness to move forward with the killings.
Officials noted that the undercover operation prevented the plan from progressing further, and they expect additional evidence to surface as the case proceeds.
As Wisconsin prosecutors prepare for the next court hearing, more details may emerge about the motive, planning, and timeline behind the alleged plot. For continued coverage on major criminal cases, community safety, and breaking local updates, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.