Crime Incident Summary - An American Idol executive and her husband were allegedly killed with their own gun during a possible burglary on July 10th [1] - The couple's bodies were discovered 4 days later following a welfare check request [2] - The suspect has been charged with murder and burglary [2] Investigation Details - The suspect called police on the day of the killings using his own cell phone, which aided in tracking him down [3] - LAPD officers responded to the suspect's call but found no signs of a crime during their initial visit [4] - The suspect was inside the home when the couple arrived, leading to the fatal confrontation [5] Legal and Mental Health Aspects - A previous case against the suspect was dismissed due to a mental health evaluation [6] - Concerns are raised regarding the suspect being held accountable this time [6] - The suspect is expected to be arraigned on August 20th, with his mental health state being a key factor [6][7]
Suspect allegedly used couple’s gun in killing of 'American Idol' executive, police say
NBC News·2025-07-22 23:08