Crime & Safetyscore 927·8 metrosupdated 3h ago

Alex Murdaugh's Retrial Set for April 2027 in Sumter County

A South Carolina judge has ordered Alex Murdaugh's retrial for the double murder of his wife and son to take place in Sumter County, 80 miles from the original trial location. The retrial is scheduled for April 5, 2027, after the South Carolina Supreme Court overturned his previous conviction due to jury interference.

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