Ep 1. I Didn't Set the House on Fire to Kill My Kids
- September 1, 2014
In the first episode of season 12 of the Dr. Phil Show titled "I Didn't Set the House on Fire to Kill My Kids," viewers are introduced to a mother named Angela who is accused of attempting to murder her two children by setting their house on fire. Angela has been placed under arrest and faces serious charges, but denies any wrongdoing.
The episode begins with Dr. Phil meeting with Angela's family members to discuss the situation. Angela's sister, who was the first person to arrive on the scene after the fire, describes the horrific scene she witnessed and shares her doubts about Angela's innocence. The family is clearly torn, with some supporting Angela and others questioning her story.
As the episode progresses, the audience is able to hear from Angela herself as she sits down with Dr. Phil to tell her side of the story. She explains that on the night of the fire, she had gone to bed early with her children in their shared bedroom. Around 2 AM, she was awakened by the sound of something falling, and when she opened her eyes, she saw that the room was filled with smoke and flames. Despite her best efforts, she was unable to get her children out of the room and had to flee the house for her own safety.
Dr. Phil expresses skepticism about Angela's story, pointing out inconsistencies with her initial statements to the police. He also brings in experts to examine the evidence from the fire and find out if it supports her version of events.
Throughout the episode, Angela's family members and friends continue to share their opinions on the situation. Some express support for Angela, while others are convinced of her guilt. One family member in particular is especially skeptical, and even confronts Angela about the inconsistencies in her story.
The expert analysis of the fire evidence ultimately reveals that there is no definitive proof that Angela set the fire intentionally. However, there are still many unanswered questions, and Dr. Phil is left unsure about what exactly happened that night.
The episode ends with Angela's fate still uncertain, and with Dr. Phil urging her to tell the whole truth about what happened. It's clear that this story is far from over, and viewers are left wondering what will happen to Angela and her children in the wake of this devastating tragedy.
