Donna Nelson's family ecstatic she is home after prison transfer from Japan
Donna Nelson, an Australian woman convicted of drug smuggling in Japan after being targeted by a love scam, has been transferred to a prison in Western Australia. Her family expressed relief and joy at her return to the country.
Why it matters
This case highlights the risks of international romance scams and the complexities of international prisoner transfer agreements.
Most of Donna Nelson's family turned up to greet her return. ( Supplied )
Donna Nelson's daughters say they were told at the last minute of the prison transfer deal that brought their mum home from Japan.
Nelson, who was convicted of drug smuggling after being duped in a love scam, is now serving out her time in Western Australia.
Her family say they are grateful to have her back home.
Link copied Share Share article Grandmother Donna Nelson was greeted with lots of hugs — and her favourite cappuccinos — on her return to Perth from Japan under an international prison transfer her daughters say has "lifted a weight" out of their lives.
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