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Colorado mom admits trying to have ex killed amid custody dispute

Vanessa Rae Lavaty, 34, has pleaded guilty to trying to hire a hitman to kill the father of her 2-year-old daughter amid a custody dispute. More

August 3, 2023

VIDEO: Vanessa Rae Lavaty, 34, of Colorado Springs, has pleaded guilty to criminal attempt to commit manslaughter and retaliation against a witness or victim.

Colorado Mom Admits Trying to Have Ex Killed Amid Custody Dispute

Vanessa Rae Lavaty, 34, has pleaded guilty to criminal attempt to commit manslaughter and retaliation against a witness or victim. More

August 3, 2023

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Woman to plead guilty in murder-for-hire scheme targeting ex

Vanessa Lavaty is accused of trying to hire a hitman to kill her ex-boyfriend three days before a custody hearing in their case. More

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