Murder With My Husband – Episode 316: The Bizarre Stalking of Kristil Krug

Date: April 13, 2026
Hosts: Peyton (A) and Garrett Moreland (B)

Overview

This episode tells the harrowing true crime story of Kristeel Krug, a mother of three from Broomfield, Colorado, who endured months of escalating harassment by someone posing as a high school ex-boyfriend—only for the case to take an irrevocable and tragic twist. The hosts break down the timeline of events, the investigation, and the chilling realization that not all stalkers are who they seem. The episode also discusses legal and social implications for stalking victims.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Introduction & Context (02:20–05:11)

• The episode opens with light banter and a brief personal update before Peyton introduces the case and reads out the sources.
• Peyton sets the stage: "But for most of us, this ends up being a little story we could share later. We never expect those awkward little encounters from someone from our past to be something that changes our lives forever. And yet that was the case with 44 year old Kristeel Krug." (05:55)
• Kristeel Krug is depicted as a multi-talented, beloved woman with a successful career and family in Colorado.

The “Blast from the Past” Turns to Stalking (10:55–14:04)

• October 2, 2023: Kristeel receives a text from “Anthony, AKA Jack Holland,” her ex from over 20 years ago:

  “Hope it’s okay I looked you up. I go to Boulder every few weeks and thought we could hook up. You game?” (11:10)

• Her ex had occasionally reached out in previous years, sometimes crossing a line in his messages.
• Kristeel had even deleted her Facebook in 2016 to avoid his advances.

Escalation & Threats (14:05–16:21)

• Next day, the messages escalate:

  “You should kill yourself. Don’t waste my time.” (14:24)

• Anthony’s messages become aggressive and disturbing, with explicit photos and menacing, situation-aware texts (“Saw you at the dentist. See you soon.”)—and even a photo of Kristeel’s husband, Daniel, at work.

Turning to Police (16:22–18:14)

• By the end of October, Kristeel goes to police with meticulously documented details of the harassment.
• The hosts critically discuss delays in processing digital evidence:

  "It can escalate so quickly... like a DV situation that can pretty quickly, all of a sudden someone can end up dead. Same thing with stalking.” – Garrett (17:38)

A Race Against Time (18:15–21:05)

• Warrants to major telecoms for evidence are slow to process ("It can take them weeks, if not months..."), leaving Kristeel vulnerable.
• She begins carrying a handgun, takes safety classes, installs cameras, and hires a private investigator.

The Murder of Kristeel Krug (21:06–26:16)

• December 14, 2023: Daniel calls police for a welfare check when Kristeel doesn’t answer his calls.
• Officer finds Kristeel dead in the garage:

  “...unmoving and currently bleeding, on the floor of her garage with a wound to her head.” (24:16)

• Medical examiner: blunt force trauma and stabbing.

Investigation: The Search for the Stalker (26:17–31:46)

• Anthony Holland, the high school ex, is located in Utah with a solid alibi.
• “[Anthony] has a receipt from Kohl’s dated that same day... no way he could have driven to Colorado and back in time.” (28:41)
• Companies provide digital evidence after Kristeel’s murder—emails and texts came from the IP address of Daniel’s workplace:

  “The stalker used an IP address that was, quote, similar to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment building.” (31:16)

The Husband’s Deception Revealed (31:47–41:40)

• Daniel becomes combative in police interviews once confronted with the new evidence.
• Upon deeper investigation, their marriage was troubled—Kristeel had considered divorce, and the couple slept separately.
• Daniel had created burner phones, fake emails, and conducted incriminating Google searches:

  “...not only had Daniel created fake email accounts to disguise himself as Anthony... he also had burner phones which he used to torment his wife.” (37:51)

• He staged photos and scheduled texts to try to create a false alibi.

The Murder Unraveled (40:25–42:48)

• Detailed timeline reconstructed:
  • Daniel attacks Kristeel as she returns from school drop-off, disables cameras, schedules fake texts, and leaves for work after cleaning up.
  • Daniel calls police at noon, posing as a concerned husband.

The Aftermath: Arrest, Motive, and Trial (42:49–46:16)

• Daniel Krug is arrested and charged with murder, criminal impersonation, and stalking.
• Motive explored: His intention to “win Kristeel over” through the stalking goes awry. As suspicion grew, he killed her to cover his tracks.
• Testimony reveals a pattern of manipulative behavior in past relationships.

  “[A] former girlfriend testified that he kind of done a similar thing to her... he created fake online Personas to harass me after we broke up.” (44:49)

• The outcome:

  “44 year old Daniel Krug was found guilty of first degree murder, stalking, and criminal impersonation.” (45:57)

Calls for Change: Kristiel’s Law & Resources (46:17–47:49)

• Family advocates for “Kristiel’s Law” to require faster compliance for search warrants in stalking and DV cases (within 48 hours).
• Victim resources provided: Stalking Prevention Awareness Resource Center, GoFundMe for the family.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Stalking & Victimization:

  “Stalking just seems like a word, right? People are like, come on, it’s like, oh, stalking. But stalking is so scary. I don’t think you understand the gravity of a situation.” – Peyton (22:07)

• On Investigation Delays:

  “If these companies had just responded to these warrants faster, they would have realized that these texts were not coming from Eagle Mountain, Utah, but from her husband’s place of work.” – Peyton (31:46)

• Final Confrontation:

  “Do you want to tell your kids that you killed their mother, or do you want someone else to do it?” – Police to Daniel (42:41)

• On the Ripple Effect:

  "There’s always more than one victim." – Peyton (47:57)

• On Prevention:

  "Kristiel’s law would try to prevent these specific delays... within 48 hours... specifically in the case of domestic violence and stalking." – Peyton (46:17)

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |:--------------------------------------|:-----------------| | Case introduction | 05:55 | | First message from "Anthony" | 10:55 – 11:10 | | Escalation of threats | 14:24 | | Kristeel's approach to police | 16:21 – 18:14 | | Discussion of police & tech delays | 17:10 – 18:14 | | Discovery of murder | 24:16 – 24:36 | | Investigation focuses on ex-boyfriend | 27:00 – 30:30 | | Digital trail leads to the husband | 31:16–31:47 | | Husband’s staged stalking revealed | 37:51 – 41:40 | | Arrest of Daniel Krug | 42:38 – 42:48 | | Verdict and Kristiel’s Law | 45:57 – 47:49 |

Tone & Language

Peyton’s delivery is compassionate, empathetic, and detailed, focusing on Kristeel’s humanity and the social implications of stalking, while Garrett provides grounded, emotional reactions and challenging questions (“Why not just leave?”). The episode balances factual reporting with advocacy for better protection and justice for victims.

Summary

This episode provides a gripping, step-by-step account of a stalking case with an unexpected perpetrator. Through detailed storytelling and discussion, the hosts highlight the seriousness of stalking, the failures in response systems, and the devastating effect of manipulation and domestic betrayal. Important lessons about digital forensics, law enforcement procedure, and victim advocacy are drawn out, ending with a plea for more robust, swift responses to prevent similar tragedies.