A woman in Florida has been arrested for allegedly selling human bones. Kymberlee Schopper, 52, reportedly purchased and offered these remains through Facebook Marketplace, leading to her being charged with trading in human tissue.
The situation came to light when the Orange City Police Department were informed on December 21, 2023, that a local business called “Wicked Wonderland” was trying to sell human bones. The police received images from the business’s Facebook page showing various types of human remains up for sale.
According to reports, Schopper co-founded Wicked Wonderland with Ashley Lelesi. The duo describes themselves as a mother-daughter team intrigued by the unusual and macabre aspects of life. Their business claims a focus on the preservation and exploration of anatomy, drawing from their medical backgrounds. They also emphasize ethical practices in handling specimens.
Authorities discovered five types of human bones listed for sale on the site. These included fragments of skulls priced at $90, a human clavicle and scapula for $90, a rib and vertebra for $35 each, and a partial skull for $600. The remains are currently in the possession of the Medical Examiner’s Office for further examination.
After being confronted by police, one of the store’s owners stated she was unaware that selling human bones was illegal in Florida and mentioned that they had been conducting this business for several years. She claimed to have documentation of the purchases but could not provide it immediately.
During discussions with officials, Schopper described the bones as “educational models,” suggesting this would exempt them from sales restrictions. However, law enforcement concluded that some of the remains might be archaeological finds, possibly dating back over a century.
Schopper was arrested on April 10 and released the following day after posting a $7,500 bond. The police investigation into the matter remains active.
