Too Fat to Kill?
- Dec 8, 2021
- 41:35
- Full Episode
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<p>In this Dateline classic, a devoted father is gunned down in his New Jersey home. An unusual defense brought the case into the national spotlight when the suspect agued he was simply too obese to carry out the killing. Dennis Murphy reports. Originally aired on NBC on April 23, 2010.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Paul Dunsack was murdered; his father-in-law Ed Eitz was convicted after a controversial trial.
Key points
- Murder in the Million-Dollar Home. Paul Dunsack is shot dead in his own home, raising questions about who wanted him dead.
- A Life Turned Upside Down. Paul Dunsack's life spirals after a bitter divorce, leading to fears for his safety.
- A Shocking Arrest. The arrest of Ed Eitz, Stacy's father, raises eyebrows as a potential murderer.
- Sister's Testimony. Brenda Aits testifies against her brother, revealing he asked her to lie to police.
- Too Fat to Kill Defense. Edward Aits' defense claims he was physically incapable of committing the murder.
- Guilty Verdict. The jury finds Edward Aits guilty of murdering Paul Dunsack after deliberation.
Episode highlights
- Murder in the Million-Dollar HomePaul Dunsack is shot dead in his own home, raising questions about who wanted him dead.“Somebody wanted this man dead very, very badly.”0:45Dec 8, 2021
- A Life Turned Upside DownPaul Dunsack's life spirals after a bitter divorce, leading to fears for his safety.“I fear for my life.”7:21Dec 8, 2021
- A Shocking ArrestThe arrest of Ed Eitz, Stacy's father, raises eyebrows as a potential murderer.“I can't believe he actually did it.”15:47Dec 8, 2021
- Sister's TestimonyBrenda Aits testifies against her brother, revealing he asked her to lie to police.“It is a hard thing to have to testify against your brother.”26:03Dec 8, 2021
- Too Fat to Kill DefenseEdward Aits' defense claims he was physically incapable of committing the murder.“Jurors, this man is just too fat to kill.”27:20Dec 8, 2021
- Guilty VerdictThe jury finds Edward Aits guilty of murdering Paul Dunsack after deliberation.“What is your verdict? guilty.”39:01Dec 8, 2021
Tension
85/ 100High tension
