A New Hampshire man is standing trial in Vermont for the death of his wife. Joseph Ferlazzo is accused of fatally shooting 22-year-old Emily Ferlazzo in Oct. 2021 while they were visiting Vermont for their one-year wedding anniversary.

Ferlazzo was the only one to take the stand in his defense, and he claimed that his actions were done in self-defense.

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A Burlington jury began deliberations Thursday afternoon in the murder trial of Joseph Ferlazzo, the Vermont man who prosecutors say intentionally shot his wife, Emily, on a vacation back in 2021. Emily’s family members, who attended the trial this week, say they are hoping for closure and justice.

Jury finds Joseph Ferlazzo guilty of first degree murder