Secrets Beneath the Staircase: The Murder of Kristine Fitzhugh

When 53-year-old Kristine Fitzhugh, a beloved music teacher and devoted mother, was found at the bottom of her basement stairs in her Palo Alto home, it seemed like a tragic accident. But as investigators took a closer look, inconsistencies in the crime scene and autopsy report painted a far more sinister picture. What they uncovered was a decades-old secret, a hidden affair, and a desperate attempt to keep the truth from coming to light.In this episode of Chillworthy, we explore the unraveling of a carefully maintained façade, the shocking betrayal that led to Kristine’s murder, and how one crucial detail—overlooked at first—exposed the killer.Join us as we delve into a case where lies, greed, and family secrets turned fatal.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to see all listening options and links  Find us on socials:Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@chillworthypodcastBluesky: @chillworthypodcastSkylight: @chillworthypodcastYoutube: @chillworthypodcast  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to leave a donation to support the podcast  DISCLAIMER The content presented on Chillworthy, including all episodes, transcripts, social media posts, and associated materials, is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The podcast does not offer legal, medical, psychological, or professional advice of any kind. While the hosts—Brent and Talia—make a good faith effort to ensure that the information shared is based on publicly available sources and is as accurate as possible at the time of recording, Chillworthy does not guarantee the completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any statements made. Listeners should be aware that cases may involve ongoing legal proceedings or developments that evolve over time. The hosts are not licensed attorneys, journalists, law enforcement professionals, or forensic experts. Opinions expressed in the podcast reflect the personal views of the hosts and do not represent factual determinations or official findings. All individuals named or discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Any resemblance to real individuals or entities, outside of those explicitly named, is purely coincidental. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by any legal authority, news outlet, or investigative body. By listening to Chillworthy, you acknowledge and accept these terms and agree not to hold the hosts or producers liable for any inaccuracies, misstatements, or interpretations derived from the content.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chillworthy--6229613/support.