Crime & Safetyscore 815·7 metrosupdated 2h ago

Alex Murdaugh Returns to Court Ahead of April 2027 Retrial for Double Murder

Alex Murdaugh is set for a hearing in South Carolina to address key issues before his retrial for the murders of his wife and son. His previous convictions were overturned due to jury tampering, and he is seeking to dismiss the case, citing concerns over a fair trial.

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