PVE "household manager" accused of trying to kill employer

A professional household manager was ordered to stand trial today on attempted murder, assault and threat charges after allegedly beating and choking his Palos Verdes Estates employer.

The case, which will be fully vetted in tomorrow's Daily Breeze, gave a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of wealth - where homes need managers to oversee everything from maintenance and security to dog walking and errands.

Peter Woods said got the job through an online ad. The prosecutor asked him if the ad was "like Craigslist," and he said yes - but it's not clear if that's where it was. However, I did find this today, for those of you who may be interested in such a job. Woods said he earned his household manager certification at Starkey International Institute.

Although violence is really never funny, there was a kind of snarky moment during today's preliminary hearing after Woods described his job duties.

Deputy District Attorney Antranig Balian: "So, she paid you $2,000 to turn on the air, alarm and TV?"

Woods: "I think it's a little more complicated than that."

Indeed.