ORANGE CITY, FL – A Florida woman known for her quirky curio shop has found herself in legal trouble, accused of selling human remains disguised as educational artifacts.

Kymberlee Schopper, 52, co-owner of Wicked Wonderland in Orange City, is facing charges for allegedly selling actual human bones. Her store, celebrated for its odd and mystical assortment of goods, has drawn the attention of law enforcement for reportedly crossing legal boundaries.

Authorities began their investigation into the store after a local resident alerted them to listings on the shop’s Facebook Marketplace page. The posts allegedly advertised human bone fragments, raising suspicions about the legality of the items being sold.

According to police documents, several items were listed, including skull and rib fragments, with prices reaching as high as $600 for some pieces. Schopper’s business partner provided information about the acquisitions, stating that the fragments were bought from private sellers yet failed to produce documentation when requested.

During questioning, Schopper reportedly insisted that the remains were educational tools, an assertion meant to exploit a legal loophole in Florida law. Yet, Orange City Police highlighted that regardless of their origin, selling human remains contravenes state regulations.

The investigation took a significant turn when Schopper’s partner acknowledged that the shop had been selling these remains for years, albeit possibly unaware of the legal implications. Despite their defense, police concluded that Schopper intentionally engaged in these transactions, fully aware of their nature.

Confiscated bone fragments were examined by the Volusia County Medical Examiner’s Office. Some pieces were found to be antiquities, aged between 100 and 500 years, indicating their potential archaeological value.

Following a lengthy probe into the store’s peculiar inventory, Schopper was charged with the felony of purchasing or selling human tissue. She was detained and later released on a $7,500 bond, with an arraignment scheduled for May 1.

This case has drawn scrutiny to the oversight of businesses dealing in unusual artifacts and highlights the complex intersection of novelty retail and legal restrictions. Further legal actions against Schopper’s partner are anticipated, although no arrest has been made yet.