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The Badge in the Rosebush: He Was Inside
The Badge in the Rosebush: He Was Inside
Imagine finding a laminated badge for a man you've never met, wedged in your rosebush, and realizing it's the first clue in a calculated romantic scam. This seemingly ordinary discovery on Dunmore Lane in Harwick, Ohio, would unravel a system of deception far more intricate than a simple fraud. What was this badge doing there, and who was Gregory Schmidt?
In this episode, we delve into the story of Shannon Gardner, a retired schoolteacher who, at 54, was open to something new when she matched with an architect named Gregory online. We explore the meticulous methodology of a man who preyed on vulnerabilities, and how a single mistake-a badge in a rosebush-exposed a network of victims.
Person: Shannon Gardner
Location: Harwick, Ohio
Date: Spring 2019
Status: Victim of romantic fraud
Object: Laminated badge
- The badge was for Gregory Schmidt, A.I.A., with the seal of the Harwick Planning Office.
- Shannon Gardner retired in spring 2018 after 27 years teaching sixth graders at Harwick Planning School.
- She gave Gregory her address on Dunmore Lane in July, and transferred $4,000 to him in August.
- Gregory claimed to be deaf due to bacterial meningitis in his thirties, communicating only by text and relay services.
- Another victim, Debra Winslow, a retired librarian from Dayton, had already sent $11,000 to the same account.
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This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: [email protected].
Imagine finding a laminated badge for a man you've never met, wedged in your rosebush, and realizing it's the first clue in a calculated romantic scam. This seemingly ordinary discovery on Dunmore Lane in Harwick, Ohio, would unravel a system of deception far more intricate than a simple fraud. What was this badge doing there, and who was Gregory Schmidt?
In this episode, we delve into the story of Shannon Gardner, a retired schoolteacher who, at 54, was open to something new when she matched with an architect named Gregory online. We explore the meticulous methodology of a man who preyed on vulnerabilities, and how a single mistake-a badge in a rosebush-exposed a network of victims.
Person: Shannon Gardner
Location: Harwick, Ohio
Date: Spring 2019
Status: Victim of romantic fraud
Object: Laminated badge
- The badge was for Gregory Schmidt, A.I.A., with the seal of the Harwick Planning Office.
- Shannon Gardner retired in spring 2018 after 27 years teaching sixth graders at Harwick Planning School.
- She gave Gregory her address on Dunmore Lane in July, and transferred $4,000 to him in August.
- Gregory claimed to be deaf due to bacterial meningitis in his thirties, communicating only by text and relay services.
- Another victim, Debra Winslow, a retired librarian from Dayton, had already sent $11,000 to the same account.
To listen to this podcast ad-free and access premium episodes, try our subscription with a 14-day free trial at obomedia.com.
© 2026 OBOMEDIA. All rights reserved.
This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: [email protected].
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Imagine finding a laminated badge for a man you've never met, wedged in your rosebush, and realizing it's the first clue in a calculated romantic scam. This seemingly ordinary discovery on Dunmore Lane in Harwick, Ohio, would unravel a system of deception far more intricate than a simple fraud. What was this badge doing there, and who was Gregory Schmidt?
In this episode, we delve into the story of Shannon Gardner, a retired schoolteacher who, at 54, was open to something new when she matched with an architect named Gregory online. We explore the meticulous methodology of a man who preyed on vulnerabilities, and how a single mistake-a badge in a rosebush-exposed a network of victims.
Person: Shannon Gardner
Location: Harwick, Ohio
Date: Spring 2019
Status: Victim of romantic fraud
Object: Laminated badge
- The badge was for Gregory Schmidt, A.I.A., with the seal of the Harwick Planning Office.
- Shannon Gardner retired in spring 2018 after 27 years teaching sixth graders at Harwick Planning School.
- She gave Gregory her address on Dunmore Lane in July, and transferred $4,000 to him in August.
- Gregory claimed to be deaf due to bacterial meningitis in his thirties, communicating only by text and relay services.
- Another victim, Debra Winslow, a retired librarian from Dayton, had already sent $11,000 to the same account.
To listen to this podcast ad-free and access premium episodes, try our subscription with a 14-day free trial at obomedia.com.
© 2026 OBOMEDIA. All rights reserved.
This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: [email protected].
Imagine finding a laminated badge for a man you've never met, wedged in your rosebush, and realizing it's the first clue in a calculated romantic scam. This seemingly ordinary discovery on Dunmore Lane in Harwick, Ohio, would unravel a system of deception far more intricate than a simple fraud. What was this badge doing there, and who was Gregory Schmidt?
In this episode, we delve into the story of Shannon Gardner, a retired schoolteacher who, at 54, was open to something new when she matched with an architect named Gregory online. We explore the meticulous methodology of a man who preyed on vulnerabilities, and how a single mistake-a badge in a rosebush-exposed a network of victims.
Person: Shannon Gardner
Location: Harwick, Ohio
Date: Spring 2019
Status: Victim of romantic fraud
Object: Laminated badge
- The badge was for Gregory Schmidt, A.I.A., with the seal of the Harwick Planning Office.
- Shannon Gardner retired in spring 2018 after 27 years teaching sixth graders at Harwick Planning School.
- She gave Gregory her address on Dunmore Lane in July, and transferred $4,000 to him in August.
- Gregory claimed to be deaf due to bacterial meningitis in his thirties, communicating only by text and relay services.
- Another victim, Debra Winslow, a retired librarian from Dayton, had already sent $11,000 to the same account.
To listen to this podcast ad-free and access premium episodes, try our subscription with a 14-day free trial at obomedia.com.
© 2026 OBOMEDIA. All rights reserved.
This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: [email protected].