Dateline NBC The Silhouette
Dec 2, 2025
Lars Itzo, the central figure and husband of Debbie Kelly, shares his harrowing firsthand account of the tragic night he shot her, believing she was an intruder. He discusses the emotional turmoil surrounding the incident and the subsequent trial, where his narrative faced scrutiny. The podcast delves into the chaotic moments of the 911 call, the investigation that followed, and the pivotal courtroom dynamics as prosecutors shifted charges from manslaughter to murder. Lars reflects on his convictions and the legacy of his late wife, inviting listeners to grapple with complex questions of intent and loss.
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Unexpected Courtship And Marriage
- Andrea Canning recounts how Debbie met and married contractor Lars Itzo after hiring him to remodel her house.
- Friends described them as an unlikely but affectionate couple who quickly grew serious and married.
The 4:13 A.M. Emergency Call
- Lars called 911 at 4:13 a.m. and performed CPR while claiming he mistook an intruder for his wife.
- Police found Debbie mortally wounded and determined the only shot came from Lars' gun.
Shifting Story And Polygraph Doubts
- Lars volunteered for a polygraph that showed deception and his story kept evolving during interviews.
- Investigators found inconsistencies significant enough to reinterview and keep him under suspicion.
