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Is Becky Hill Guilty? Five Legal Bombshells That Could Reopen the Alex Murdaugh Case Becky Hill, the former Colleton County Clerk of Court who read the guilty verdicts in Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial, has now been arrested and charged with multiple felonies—including obstruction of justice, misconduct in office, and perjury. Two of the charges directly relate to her actions during Murdaugh's high-profile 2023 trial, including alleged jury tampering and leaking sealed evidence. This video breaks down how Hill's personal book promotion, courtroom conduct, and sworn testimony could unravel parts of the trial that put Murdaugh behind bars. With South Carolina Law Enforcement Division leading the investigation and Murdaugh's legal team demanding a new trial, the integrity of one of the most watched trials in America is now under serious scrutiny. #BeckyHill #AlexMurdaugh #MurdaughTrial #JuryTampering #TrueCrimeUpdate #CourtroomScandal #FelonyCharges #BehindTheDoorsOfJustice #PerjuryCase #JusticeSystem Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
C'est un feuilleton judiciaire digne des romans d'Agatha Christie. En septembre 1999, le Docteur Yves Godard, médecin installé à Caen disparaît en pleine mer avec ses deux plus jeunes enfants de 6 et 4 ans après avoir probablement tué sa femme. Qu'est-il advenu d'Yves Godard ? A-t-il assassiné toute sa famille ? Plus de 20 ans après cette tragédie, difficile de le savoir. Yves Godard, un homme gênant ? Nous sommes 7 ans après la disparition des Godard. Camille et Marius, les enfants, sont morts. Le crâne de la petite Camille a été retrouvé par des marins pêcheurs en 2000 dans la baie de Saint-Brieuc. Le corps de la mère, Marie-France n'a quant à lui jamais été retrouvé. Celui de Yves Godard, le père, non plus. Quant aux différentes cartes retrouvées sur le sable, elles n'ont pas permis de faire avancer l'enquête. Quoiqu'il en soit, en ce mois de septembre 2006, les quelques gendarmes encore opérationnels de la cellule Godard sont un peu dépités… Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture et voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Première diffusion : 17 juin 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Becky Hill Arrested: What It Means for Alex Murdaugh's Murder Conviction Becky Hill, the former Colleton County Clerk of Court who oversaw the infamous double-murder trial of Alex Murdaugh, is now at the center of a legal storm herself. In this deep dive, we break down the new criminal charges against Hill—perjury, obstruction of justice, and two counts of misconduct in office—and what these allegations mean for the future of the Murdaugh case. Hill is accused of lying under oath during a retrial hearing, leaking sealed evidence during the original trial, and exploiting her position for financial gain through book sales and public funds. Alex Murdaugh's legal team has long argued that Hill's actions tainted the trial's outcome, particularly with claims that she pressured jurors to reach a guilty verdict and told them not to be “fooled” by Murdaugh's testimony. Though Judge Jean Toal previously denied a retrial, citing a lack of proven prejudice among the jurors, Hill's recent indictment could cast serious doubt on the fairness of the process. Could her perjury charge open the door for a new trial? Or will South Carolina's higher courts side with the state's original ruling? We explore the legal thresholds for retrials due to official misconduct, analyze juror testimony, and compare the case to historical precedents where court insiders tipped the scales of justice. If you want the full story on how a court official's alleged misconduct could upend one of America's most high-profile murder convictions, this is the video you need to watch. #MurdaughTrial #BeckyHill #AlexMurdaugh #CourtClerkScandal #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #PerjuryCase #MurdaughRetrial #JuryTampering #BehindTheVerdict Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
C'est un feuilleton judiciaire digne des romans d'Agatha Christie. En septembre 1999, le Docteur Yves Godard, médecin installé à Caen disparaît en pleine mer avec ses deux plus jeunes enfants de 6 et 4 ans après avoir probablement tué sa femme. Qu'est-il advenu d'Yves Godard ? A-t-il assassiné toute sa famille ? Plus de 20 ans après cette tragédie, difficile de le savoir. Une enquête qui rend fous les gendarmes La famille Godard est toujours introuvable et le voilier sur lequel Yves, le père, et ses deux enfants ont pris la mer a totalement disparu. Quant à Marie-France, la mère de famille, il y a de fortes suspicions sur le fait qu'elle ait été assassinée par son mari avant qu'il ne se soit enfui avec les enfants. Malgré la mobilisation de 40 hommes pour retrouver les Godard, aucune piste fiable, rien… jusqu'à cette matinée du 2 octobre 1999... Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture et voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Première diffusion : 10 juin 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland unpack the continued fallout from the Alex Murdaugh trial, and the four new felony charges for former Clerk of Court, Becky Hill. They dissect the charges against Hill, clarifying that she faces misconduct, obstruction and perjury allegations... but not for jury tampering, despite Team Murdaugh's narrative. The hosts reveal how Hill seemed to embrace the attention, and how 'Backstage' Becky's actions, like charging high fees and allegedly showing sealed photos of victims' bodies to media at a party, raised all sorts of alarms. Did the Murdaugh defense team see Hill as an "easy target" to base an appeal on and what was the role of attorney Joe McCulloch, present throughout the trial for... a screenplay? And what was the complicity of media members who viewed sealed evidence... Will there be consequences? We hope so. Despite these issues, we strongly believe Alex Murdaugh received a fair trial, and question the credibility of anyone alleging that jury tampering occurred. Plus, we address the P. Diddy federal sex trafficking trial and why transparency matters. ☕ Cups Up! ⚖️ Episode References“Murdaugh clerk of court Becky Hill facing perjury, misconduct charges” - CourtTV, May 14, 2025
C'est un feuilleton judiciaire digne des romans d'Agatha Christie. En septembre 1999, le Docteur Yves Godard, médecin installé à Caen disparaît en pleine mer avec ses deux plus jeunes enfants de 6 et 4 ans après avoir probablement tué sa femme. Qu'est-il advenu d'Yves Godard ? A-t-il assassiné toute sa famille ? Plus de 20 ans après cette tragédie, difficile de le savoir. Qui sont vraiment les Godard ? Pour essayer de comprendre ce qui a pu se passer, les enquêteurs vont devoir fouiller dans la vie des Godard. A commencer par celle du père de famille... Qui se révèle être une personne anticonformiste... Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture et voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Première diffusion : 3 juin 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Becky Hill, the former Colleton County clerk of court, was arrested and charged with obstructing justice and misconduct in Colleton County and perjury in Richland County. The perjury charge stems from her testimony in a January 2024 hearing into whether Alex Murdaugh would get a new trial based on Hill's alleged jury tampering. Justice Toal ruled that Murdaugh should not get a new trial. Murdaugh's defense team has appealed that decision to the SC State Supreme Court. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get 15% off OneSkin with the code LAWNERD at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod #adIn today's episode of The Emily Show, I'm breaking down everything from the Diddy case updates to the explosive developments surrounding "Courthouse Becky" in the Murdaugh trial, and the judge who is not having it with leaks in the Brian Kohberger case!Judge Hippler is MAD! I discuss the closed court sessions, the "Dateline" episode leaked, and the intense measures being taken to find the source. Plus, the potential for a special prosecutor and what this means for the trial. Cassie Ventura previously reached a settlement with Diddy, which the defense alludes to as a potential motive for her testimony. It is also revealed that Cassie is undergoing litigation with the Intercontinental Hotel. The defense argues that it's a domestic violence case, not sex trafficking or RICO.The shocking criminal charges against the former Clerk of Court, Becky Hill, from the Murdaugh trial. I examine the warrants and the allegations of obstruction of justice and misconduct. Plus, how she perjured herself! The Menendez brothers were resentenced to 50 years to life, instead of life without the possibility of parole. This resentencing is separate from their ongoing clemency proceedings, so they still have two legal avenues moving forward. Now that there is a change for parole, the decision ultimately rests with the parole board, and their release is not immediate or certain.RESOURCESKaren Read Retrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKOJlfL__9F027hlETVU-voMenendez Brothers Resentencing? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DDaLjZrjhI Diddy Settled with Cassie - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ki-SsG09pKgFeds Mad at Jay Z Civil Suit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqFz_L7lyE4The Alex Murdaugh Cases Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJUHo2XsVhGNBhaMdx9B_cqBecky Hill's Ethics Violations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I15TNtPfC3w New Murdaugh Trial Evidentiary Hearing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnUX0njyq4IBecky Hills Emails - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6riKBCov1U New Kohberger Venue Hearing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=go-2Cidrzmk This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy
On today's show: 1. South Carolina can continue to enforce abortion ban at six weeks, state Supreme Court rules - https://www.counton2.com/news/south-carolina-news/south-carolina-can-continue-to-enforce-abortion-ban-at-six-weeks-state-supreme-court-rules/ 2. SC House speaker says its up to voters on whether Treasurer Loftis keeps job - https://www.thestate.com/news/politics-government/article306023856.html 3. Court clerk in Murdaugh murder trial charged with showing sealed photographs, perjury - https://apnews.com/article/becky-hill-charges-clerk-court-murdaugh-trial-9abb328682b3476e63835ae70e2683c1 4. Energy bill passes without ratepayer protections - https://charlestoncitypaper.com/2025/05/09/energy-bill-passes-without-ratepayer-protections/ 5. Local restaurant raises funds after tragic drowning of two swimmers at Breach Inlet - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/local-restaurant-raises-funds-after-tragic-drowning-of-two-swimmers-at-breach-inlet-wciv-abc-news-4-charleston-sc-south-carolina-agaves-cantina-azul-mexicano-guillermo-quintero-camacho-yoselin-lopez-perez-sullivans-island-iop-isle-of-palms 6. Chef Bob Carter passed away Tuesday night - https://charlestoncitypaper.com/2025/05/14/chef-bob-carter-passes-away-tuesday-night/ This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
C'est un feuilleton judiciaire digne des romans d'Agatha Christie. En septembre 1999, le Docteur Yves Godard, médecin installé à Caen disparaît en pleine mer avec ses deux plus jeunes enfants de 6 et 4 ans après avoir probablement tué sa femme. Qu'est-il advenu d'Yves Godard ? A-t-il assassiné toute sa famille ? Plus de 20 ans après cette tragédie, difficile de le savoir. Toute une famille disparaît La disparition du docteur Godard est une affaire à s'arracher les cheveux pour tous les magistrats et enquêteurs qui ont eu en charge ce dossier. Plusieurs fois, les enquêteurs ont pensé s'approcher de la vérité sans jamais la découvrir. Pendant plus d'une décennie, les eaux de la Manche, des corbeaux et des petits poucets vont égrener des indices et envoyer les gendarmes un peu partout sur le globe. Des moyens financiers et humains colossaux vont être engagés par la justice pour résoudre cette énigme. Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture et voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Première diffusion : 27 mai 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — and the whole LUNASHARK team — are celebrating 100 episodes of True Sunlight Podcast, the show that emerged from their relentless pursuit of justice in the highly acclaimed Murdaugh Murders Podcast (which, of course, is the basis for the star-studded Hulu scripted series currently filming in Atlanta). What better way to celebrate two years of post-Murdaugh reporting than with an old throwback … breaking Murdaugh news on a Wednesday! Former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill was arrested and charged with four felony counts — two misconduct in office charges, an obstruction of justice charge and perjury. Though three of the charges are related to Alex Murdaugh's murder trial they are NOT related to Dick and Jim's claims of jury-tampering. Two of the charges are specifically related to photos of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh's dead bodies, which were allegedly leaked to a "news" agency during the trial and later distributed to random people following the Murdaugh case. Hmmm... But will these charges affect Alex's chances at getting a new trial? Also on the show, an update in the (18:49) Jane Doe lawsuits against Myrtle Beach “pastor” John-Paul Miller. Plus, our continuing coverage of (34:17) the Weldon Boyd Calls. From the second North Myrtle Beach businessman opened his truck door after shooting 33-year-old Scott Spivey of Tabor City, North Carolina, to death in September 2023, Boyd began his search for the perfect narrative — one that would explain his presence on Camp Swamp Road and fit the definition of the Stand Your Ground law; that would explain why Scott was shot to death in the back and in his truck; one that integrated the emerging bits of information Weldon appeared to be getting from the shadows of the so-called investigation by Horry County Police Department. Lots to cover, so let's dive in...
This is part two of an interview with Joe McCulloch and Dick Harpootlian. In this episode, Harpootlian discusses his new book about South Carolina serial killer, Pee Wee Gaskins, talks about the chances of Alex Murdaugh getting a new trial, and how he feels about a new Murdaugh series coming out soon. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
En juillet 2012, un jeune homme de 24 ans, Jordan Lenisa, tue à coup de pistolet son père et ses deux frères dans le chalet familial dans le petit bourg de Bozel en Savoie. Il avoue tout de suite ses crimes. Mais alors, pourquoi ce fils de bonne famille s'est-il emparé d'une arme de poing pour s'en prendre aux siens ? Quelle est la part sombre de ce jeune homme ? Dans le dernier épisode de cette saison, Caroline Nogueras recevra le magistrat à la retraite Jacques Dallest. Il était l'avocat général au procès du jeune homme en 2015. Quel avenir pour Jordan ? Le 8 octobre 2015, après seulement trois heures de délibération, Jordan Lenisa est condamné à 20 ans de prison assortis d'une période de sûreté de 13 ans. Le verdict est bien en dessous des réquisitions de l'avocat général Jacques Dallest qui avait réclamé 30 ans. Ecoutez son témoignage au micro de Caroline Nogueras. Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Capucine Lebot Voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
En juillet 2012, un jeune homme de 24 ans, Jordan Lenisa, tue à coup de pistolet son père et ses deux frères dans le chalet familial dans le petit bourg de Bozel en Savoie. Il avoue tout de suite ses crimes. Mais alors, pourquoi ce fils de bonne famille s'est-il emparé d'une arme de poing pour s'en prendre aux siens ? Quelle est la part sombre de ce jeune homme ? Dans le dernier épisode de cette saison, Caroline Nogueras recevra le magistrat à la retraite Jacques Dallest. Il était l'avocat général au procès du jeune homme en 2015. Un procès et des questions en suspens En ce 5 octobre 2015, la place du palais de justice de Chambéry est détrempée à cause de la pluie. Dans la salle d'audience, on pourrait entendre une mouche voler avant l'arrivée de l'accusé. Murielle et Charlène Lenisa ont pris place sur les bancs des parties civiles, juste à côté de leurs avocats. Elles ont le dos voûté. Aujourd'hui, elles vont revoir leur fils et leur frère pour la première fois depuis ce terrible été 2012. Elles pleurent Florent, Benjamin et Victor. Mais elles pleurent aussi Jordan, qu'elles s'apprêtent à voir arriver menottés. Et qu'il va falloir écouter quand il expliquera les raisons qui l'ont poussé à commettre le pire. Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Capucine Lebot Voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
En juillet 2012, un jeune homme de 24 ans, Jordan Lenisa, tue à coup de pistolet son père et ses deux frères dans le chalet familial dans le petit bourg de Bozel en Savoie. Il avoue tout de suite ses crimes. Mais alors, pourquoi ce fils de bonne famille s'est-il emparé d'une arme de poing pour s'en prendre aux siens ? Quelle est la part sombre de ce jeune homme ? Dans le dernier épisode de cette saison, Caroline Nogueras recevra le magistrat à la retraite Jacques Dallest. Il était l'avocat général au procès du jeune homme en 2015. Jordan, une personnalité ambigüe Dans la soirée du 27 juillet 2012, Benjamin Lenisa meurt à l'hôpital. Placé en garde à vue, Jordan est maintenant soupçonné d'avoir tué son père et ses deux frères. Quelques heures après l'interpellation du jeune homme, le procureur ordonne un examen en urgence avec un psychiatre. Pour la justice et pour les enquêteurs, c'est le début d'un long parcours. Ils vont essayer d'entrer dans la tête de Jordan pour comprendre ce qui s'est joué dans le chalet de Bozel. Leurs premières constatations sont désarmantes. Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Capucine Lebot Voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
En juillet 2012, un jeune homme de 24 ans, Jordan Lenisa, tue à coup de pistolet son père et ses deux frères dans le chalet familial dans le petit bourg de Bozel en Savoie. Il avoue tout de suite ses crimes. Mais alors, pourquoi ce fils de bonne famille s'est-il emparé d'une arme de poing pour s'en prendre aux siens ? Quelle est la part sombre de ce jeune homme ? Dans le dernier épisode de cette saison, Caroline Nogueras recevra le magistrat à la retraite Jacques Dallest. Il était l'avocat général au procès du jeune homme en 2015. Une famille décimée En ce 26 juillet 2012, comme partout dans le monde, les amateurs de sport trépignent d'impatience. La cérémonie d'ouverture des JO de Londres sera retransmise en direct demain soir. En attendant, le quotidien suit son cours. Ceux qui ont la chance d'être en vacances jardinent ou explorent les environs. De son côté, Murielle Lenisa est partie faire quelques courses à Albertville, à quarante minutes en voiture de Bozel. Découvrez la dernière saison : L'affaire Murdaugh, ou l'héritier du crime Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Capucine Lebot Voix : Caroline Nogueras En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Les dynasties ont toujours fasciné. Richesse, pouvoir, impunité... On pense les familles riches à l'abri du besoin et de la violence. Mais parfois, elles se révèlent être le théâtre des pires horreurs… C'est le cas de la famille Murdaugh, une puissante famille d'avocats américains. Le 7 juin 2021, Maggie Murdaugh et son fils Paul sont retrouvés sauvagement assassinés devant leur pavillon de chasse en Caroline du Sud. Mais que s'est-il passé ? Qui a bien pu s'en prendre aux membres de cette famille, aussi riche que controversée ? Les derniers mensonges d'Alex Le 23 janvier 2023, au tribunal du Comté de Colleton, s'ouvre le procès d'Alex Murdaugh, accusé du double meurtre de sa femme Maggie et de son fils Paul. Un an et demi plus tôt, Alex était encore le puissant héritier d'une dynastie qui, depuis 100 ans, faisait sa loi dans les marais de Caroline du Sud. Il était un avocat riche et corpulent. Mais à l'ouverture du procès, Alex Murdaugh, en chemise blanche et veste de blazer anthracite, apparaît amaigri. Il a visiblement perdu de sa superbe en détention préventive. Pourtant, il clame toujours haut et fort son innocence. Découvrez la saison précédente en intégralité : L'énigme des soeurs Papin Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Martin Quenehen Voix : François Hatt En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Les dynasties ont toujours fasciné. Richesse, pouvoir, impunité... On pense les familles riches à l'abri du besoin et de la violence. Mais parfois, elles se révèlent être le théâtre des pires horreurs… C'est le cas de la famille Murdaugh, une puissante famille d'avocats américains. Le 7 juin 2021, Maggie Murdaugh et son fils Paul sont retrouvés sauvagement assassinés devant leur pavillon de chasse en Caroline du Sud. Mais que s'est-il passé ? Qui a bien pu s'en prendre aux membres de cette famille, aussi riche que controversée ? La chute du roi La police découvre rapidement la dépravation d'Alex. Puissant avocat de Caroline du Sud et héritier d'une dynastie locale d'hommes de loi, il fait face, au moment des meurtres, à des accusations de fraudes portant sur des dizaines de millions de dollars… Et il se révèle également totalement accro aux opioïdes… Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Martin Quenehen Voix : François Hatt En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode Jim Chapman brings you the Eleventh Volume of Jailhouse phonecalls placed by Alex Murdaugh Prior to his trial for the murder of his wife and son.#Murdaugh #southcarolina #trial #jail #crime #criminal #exposed #podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite--6073723/support.
Les dynasties ont toujours fasciné. Richesse, pouvoir, impunité... On pense les familles riches à l'abri du besoin et de la violence. Mais parfois, elles se révèlent être le théâtre des pires horreurs… C'est le cas de la famille Murdaugh, une puissante famille d'avocats américains. Le 7 juin 2021, Maggie Murdaugh et son fils Paul sont retrouvés sauvagement assassinés devant leur pavillon de chasse en Caroline du Sud. Mais que s'est-il passé ? Qui a bien pu s'en prendre aux membres de cette famille, aussi riche que controversée ? Une fortune familiale malhonnête ? D'où vient la fortune des Murdaugh, ceux qu'on surnomme “Les Rois des Marais” ? A priori, le soir du 7 juin 2021, cette question ne semble pas la plus urgente pour élucider le meurtre de Maggie et Paul. Mais pour comprendre le mobile d'un crime et débusquer le (ou les…) coupables, il faut souvent avoir une vue d'ensemble. Car l'assassinat des riches est rarement un acte gratuit… Découvrez la saison précédente en intégralité : L'énigme des soeurs Papin Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Martin Quenehen Voix : François Hatt En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Les dynasties ont toujours fasciné. Richesse, pouvoir, impunité... On pense les familles riches à l'abri du besoin et de la violence. Mais parfois, elles se révèlent être le théâtre des pires horreurs… C'est le cas de la famille Murdaugh, une puissante famille d'avocats américains. Le 7 juin 2021, Maggie Murdaugh et son fils Paul sont retrouvés sauvagement assassinés devant leur pavillon de chasse en Caroline du Sud. Mais que s'est-il passé ? Qui a bien pu s'en prendre aux membres de cette famille, aussi riche que controversée ? Le double meurtre de Moselle Road 7 juin 2021, sur une route du comté de Colleton, Caroline du Sud… Barry McCoy, le chef de la brigade locale Fire and rescue, rentre chez lui, quand il reçoit à un appel du shérif… Deux personnes ont été blessées par arme à feu sur Moselle Road. Découvrez la saison précédente en intégralité : L'énigme des soeurs Papin Un podcast Bababam Originals Ecriture : Martin Quenehen Voix : François Hatt En partenariat avec upday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bienvenue dans un nouveau hors-série de Home(icides) ! Les dynasties ont toujours fasciné. Richesse, pouvoir, impunité... On pense les familles riches à l'abri du besoin et de la violence. Mais parfois, elles se révèlent être le théâtre des pires horreurs… C'est le cas de la famille Murdaugh, une puissante famille d'avocats américains. Le 7 juin 2021, Maggie Murdaugh et son fils Paul sont retrouvés sauvagement assassinés devant leur pavillon de chasse en Caroline du Sud. Mais que s'est-il passé ? Qui a bien pu s'en prendre aux membres de cette famille, aussi riche que controversée ? Rendez-vous sur toutes les plateformes d'écoute pour découvrir ce nouveau hors-série sur les Dynasties Criminelles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Banker to Thief Russell Laffitte Finally Admits to Murdaugh Scheme Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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From Banker to Thief Russell Laffitte Finally Admits to Murdaugh Scheme Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
From Banker to Thief Russell Laffitte Finally Admits to Murdaugh Scheme Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland cover a lot of ground in this latest episode, starting with the death of Pope Francis, a religious leader who routinely called for justice and spoke out against hypocrisy. What will the future of the church look like now? Also on the show, Alex Murdaugh's co-conspirator Russell Laffitte appeared in court last week to finally admit his guilt. Is this the end of the road for the federal cases in the Murdaugh saga, or will there be more charges filed against yet-unknown players? Plus, three years after Eric Bland and First Circuit Solicitor David Pascoe filed complaints with the South Carolina Judicial Conduct Committee against Judge Carmen Mullen, they finally have an answer from the mysterious and secretive committee: There's nothing to see here. In other words, Judge Mullen will not face any disciplinary action for her role in Alex Murdaugh's theft from the Satterfields. And the CoJ team is fired up about it! Finally, Mandy, Liz and Eric talk about the disturbing details that are emerging from the Scott Spivey case in Horry County — specifically the calls that one of Scott's shooters made in the aftermath of Scott's killing. This case is about to blow the lid off corruption inside Horry County Police Department, SLED and the South Carolina Attorney General's Office. ⚖️ Cups Up!! ☕ Episode Resources “This is hypocrisy.” - Pope Francis
From Banker to Thief: Russell Laffitte Finally Admits to Murdaugh Scheme The Banker Finally Blinks After two years of pretending he just didn't know any better, former Palmetto State Bank CEO Russell Laffitte has finally admitted what everyone else already knew: he's a crook. In a guilty plea deal made public this week, Laffitte confessed to six criminal counts, copping to a scheme with Alex Murdaugh that laundered and stole at least $3.5 million from vulnerable clients over an 11-year stretch. That's more than a decade of playing dumb while using his bank like a personal vending machine for fraud. But unlike previous courtroom performances, Laffitte now admits he wasn't just “naive” or “misled.” He knew exactly what he was doing—and it was illegal. This is a major shift from the story Laffitte has been trying to sell since the walls started closing in. Back in his 2022 trial, the man spent five hours on the stand denying everything but bad judgment. He painted himself as the village idiot of banking, manipulated by Murdaugh into funneling millions out of client settlements without understanding what was going on. He even pulled the classic “not intentionally” line when asked if he'd helped Murdaugh steal. But now, in black and white, Laffitte is admitting he did help. Intentionally. Repeatedly. And he knew it was against the law. This admission changes everything—especially for the people he hurt. It also spares them from enduring a second trial that would've rehashed painful memories and exposed them to more cross-examinations from Laffitte's legal team. Instead of dragging them through that again, Laffitte gets five years. It's a cut from the seven-year sentence he was serving before his conviction was overturned on a technicality. And it's a far cry from the nine to eleven years prosecutors were originally gunning for in their 2023 sentencing memo. That memo was brutal. Prosecutors said what made Laffitte stand out wasn't just the crimes—plenty of people commit bank fraud—it was the audacity to lie about it over and over. They detailed how Laffitte had spun tales in a civil deposition, during a disciplinary review, at his bond hearing, and at trial. And even after a jury found him guilty, he still tried to appeal, blaming everyone but himself. But now, thanks to this plea deal, there will be no retrial, no appeals, and no last-ditch arguments about ineffective legal counsel. Laffitte has waived all of it. It's a legal dead-end for him and a sigh of relief for prosecutors and victims alike. And let's talk about the company he kept. Laffitte wasn't pulling these moves with some faceless fraudster—he was in business with Alex Murdaugh, arguably South Carolina's most radioactive defendant. By the time Laffitte's case came up for a retrial, Murdaugh was already a convicted murderer and convicted thief. The idea of facing a jury while being tied at the hip to that guy? Not a good look. In the background of all this are the stories of the people they stole from. The Plyler sisters, Hannah and Alania, had their settlement money drained. Natarsha Thomas lost $350,000. Arthur Badger, left to raise six children after his wife's death in a crash, had over a million siphoned from his rightful settlement. Laffitte helped reroute that money through his bank into accounts he and Murdaugh controlled, like some twisted game of Monopoly where the victims always lost and the banker pocketed Boardwalk. Emails between Laffitte and Murdaugh discussing Badger's money were described by attorney Mark Tinsley as especially damning. Which is why, Tinsley says, this guilty plea isn't a surprise—it's damage control. For the victims and their attorneys, this deal is about more than just prison time. It's closure. It's avoiding another public trial. And most importantly, it's proof in writing that Laffitte wasn't just a clueless banker caught in the crossfire—he was an active, informed participant in a massive fraud. Now, even as he faces civil lawsuits where he continues to deny responsibility, his federal guilty plea will hang around his neck like a cement necktie. Because no matter how many depositions he gives, the ink on that 10-page agreement doesn't lie. Russell Laffitte may have spent years denying, deflecting, and dodging the truth. But this week, he finally ran out of exits. #AlexMurdaugh #RussellLaffitte #PalmettoStateBank #WhiteCollarCrime Want to listen to ALL our podcasts AD-FREE? 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From Banker to Thief: Russell Laffitte Finally Admits to Murdaugh Scheme The Banker Finally Blinks After two years of pretending he just didn't know any better, former Palmetto State Bank CEO Russell Laffitte has finally admitted what everyone else already knew: he's a crook. In a guilty plea deal made public this week, Laffitte confessed to six criminal counts, copping to a scheme with Alex Murdaugh that laundered and stole at least $3.5 million from vulnerable clients over an 11-year stretch. That's more than a decade of playing dumb while using his bank like a personal vending machine for fraud. But unlike previous courtroom performances, Laffitte now admits he wasn't just “naive” or “misled.” He knew exactly what he was doing—and it was illegal. This is a major shift from the story Laffitte has been trying to sell since the walls started closing in. Back in his 2022 trial, the man spent five hours on the stand denying everything but bad judgment. He painted himself as the village idiot of banking, manipulated by Murdaugh into funneling millions out of client settlements without understanding what was going on. He even pulled the classic “not intentionally” line when asked if he'd helped Murdaugh steal. But now, in black and white, Laffitte is admitting he did help. Intentionally. Repeatedly. And he knew it was against the law. This admission changes everything—especially for the people he hurt. It also spares them from enduring a second trial that would've rehashed painful memories and exposed them to more cross-examinations from Laffitte's legal team. Instead of dragging them through that again, Laffitte gets five years. It's a cut from the seven-year sentence he was serving before his conviction was overturned on a technicality. And it's a far cry from the nine to eleven years prosecutors were originally gunning for in their 2023 sentencing memo. That memo was brutal. Prosecutors said what made Laffitte stand out wasn't just the crimes—plenty of people commit bank fraud—it was the audacity to lie about it over and over. They detailed how Laffitte had spun tales in a civil deposition, during a disciplinary review, at his bond hearing, and at trial. And even after a jury found him guilty, he still tried to appeal, blaming everyone but himself. But now, thanks to this plea deal, there will be no retrial, no appeals, and no last-ditch arguments about ineffective legal counsel. Laffitte has waived all of it. It's a legal dead-end for him and a sigh of relief for prosecutors and victims alike. And let's talk about the company he kept. Laffitte wasn't pulling these moves with some faceless fraudster—he was in business with Alex Murdaugh, arguably South Carolina's most radioactive defendant. By the time Laffitte's case came up for a retrial, Murdaugh was already a convicted murderer and convicted thief. The idea of facing a jury while being tied at the hip to that guy? Not a good look. In the background of all this are the stories of the people they stole from. The Plyler sisters, Hannah and Alania, had their settlement money drained. Natarsha Thomas lost $350,000. Arthur Badger, left to raise six children after his wife's death in a crash, had over a million siphoned from his rightful settlement. Laffitte helped reroute that money through his bank into accounts he and Murdaugh controlled, like some twisted game of Monopoly where the victims always lost and the banker pocketed Boardwalk. Emails between Laffitte and Murdaugh discussing Badger's money were described by attorney Mark Tinsley as especially damning. Which is why, Tinsley says, this guilty plea isn't a surprise—it's damage control. For the victims and their attorneys, this deal is about more than just prison time. It's closure. It's avoiding another public trial. And most importantly, it's proof in writing that Laffitte wasn't just a clueless banker caught in the crossfire—he was an active, informed participant in a massive fraud. Now, even as he faces civil lawsuits where he continues to deny responsibility, his federal guilty plea will hang around his neck like a cement necktie. Because no matter how many depositions he gives, the ink on that 10-page agreement doesn't lie. Russell Laffitte may have spent years denying, deflecting, and dodging the truth. But this week, he finally ran out of exits. #AlexMurdaugh #RussellLaffitte #PalmettoStateBank #WhiteCollarCrime Want to listen to ALL our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
From Banker to Thief: Russell Laffitte Finally Admits to Murdaugh Scheme The Banker Finally Blinks After two years of pretending he just didn't know any better, former Palmetto State Bank CEO Russell Laffitte has finally admitted what everyone else already knew: he's a crook. In a guilty plea deal made public this week, Laffitte confessed to six criminal counts, copping to a scheme with Alex Murdaugh that laundered and stole at least $3.5 million from vulnerable clients over an 11-year stretch. That's more than a decade of playing dumb while using his bank like a personal vending machine for fraud. But unlike previous courtroom performances, Laffitte now admits he wasn't just “naive” or “misled.” He knew exactly what he was doing—and it was illegal. This is a major shift from the story Laffitte has been trying to sell since the walls started closing in. Back in his 2022 trial, the man spent five hours on the stand denying everything but bad judgment. He painted himself as the village idiot of banking, manipulated by Murdaugh into funneling millions out of client settlements without understanding what was going on. He even pulled the classic “not intentionally” line when asked if he'd helped Murdaugh steal. But now, in black and white, Laffitte is admitting he did help. Intentionally. Repeatedly. And he knew it was against the law. This admission changes everything—especially for the people he hurt. It also spares them from enduring a second trial that would've rehashed painful memories and exposed them to more cross-examinations from Laffitte's legal team. Instead of dragging them through that again, Laffitte gets five years. It's a cut from the seven-year sentence he was serving before his conviction was overturned on a technicality. And it's a far cry from the nine to eleven years prosecutors were originally gunning for in their 2023 sentencing memo. That memo was brutal. Prosecutors said what made Laffitte stand out wasn't just the crimes—plenty of people commit bank fraud—it was the audacity to lie about it over and over. They detailed how Laffitte had spun tales in a civil deposition, during a disciplinary review, at his bond hearing, and at trial. And even after a jury found him guilty, he still tried to appeal, blaming everyone but himself. But now, thanks to this plea deal, there will be no retrial, no appeals, and no last-ditch arguments about ineffective legal counsel. Laffitte has waived all of it. It's a legal dead-end for him and a sigh of relief for prosecutors and victims alike. And let's talk about the company he kept. Laffitte wasn't pulling these moves with some faceless fraudster—he was in business with Alex Murdaugh, arguably South Carolina's most radioactive defendant. By the time Laffitte's case came up for a retrial, Murdaugh was already a convicted murderer and convicted thief. The idea of facing a jury while being tied at the hip to that guy? Not a good look. In the background of all this are the stories of the people they stole from. The Plyler sisters, Hannah and Alania, had their settlement money drained. Natarsha Thomas lost $350,000. Arthur Badger, left to raise six children after his wife's death in a crash, had over a million siphoned from his rightful settlement. Laffitte helped reroute that money through his bank into accounts he and Murdaugh controlled, like some twisted game of Monopoly where the victims always lost and the banker pocketed Boardwalk. Emails between Laffitte and Murdaugh discussing Badger's money were described by attorney Mark Tinsley as especially damning. Which is why, Tinsley says, this guilty plea isn't a surprise—it's damage control. For the victims and their attorneys, this deal is about more than just prison time. It's closure. It's avoiding another public trial. And most importantly, it's proof in writing that Laffitte wasn't just a clueless banker caught in the crossfire—he was an active, informed participant in a massive fraud. Now, even as he faces civil lawsuits where he continues to deny responsibility, his federal guilty plea will hang around his neck like a cement necktie. Because no matter how many depositions he gives, the ink on that 10-page agreement doesn't lie. Russell Laffitte may have spent years denying, deflecting, and dodging the truth. But this week, he finally ran out of exits. #AlexMurdaugh #RussellLaffitte #PalmettoStateBank #WhiteCollarCrime Want to listen to ALL our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
From Banker to Thief: Russell Laffitte Finally Admits to Murdaugh Scheme The Banker Finally Blinks After two years of pretending he just didn't know any better, former Palmetto State Bank CEO Russell Laffitte has finally admitted what everyone else already knew: he's a crook. In a guilty plea deal made public this week, Laffitte confessed to six criminal counts, copping to a scheme with Alex Murdaugh that laundered and stole at least $3.5 million from vulnerable clients over an 11-year stretch. That's more than a decade of playing dumb while using his bank like a personal vending machine for fraud. But unlike previous courtroom performances, Laffitte now admits he wasn't just “naive” or “misled.” He knew exactly what he was doing—and it was illegal. This is a major shift from the story Laffitte has been trying to sell since the walls started closing in. Back in his 2022 trial, the man spent five hours on the stand denying everything but bad judgment. He painted himself as the village idiot of banking, manipulated by Murdaugh into funneling millions out of client settlements without understanding what was going on. He even pulled the classic “not intentionally” line when asked if he'd helped Murdaugh steal. But now, in black and white, Laffitte is admitting he did help. Intentionally. Repeatedly. And he knew it was against the law. This admission changes everything—especially for the people he hurt. It also spares them from enduring a second trial that would've rehashed painful memories and exposed them to more cross-examinations from Laffitte's legal team. Instead of dragging them through that again, Laffitte gets five years. It's a cut from the seven-year sentence he was serving before his conviction was overturned on a technicality. And it's a far cry from the nine to eleven years prosecutors were originally gunning for in their 2023 sentencing memo. That memo was brutal. Prosecutors said what made Laffitte stand out wasn't just the crimes—plenty of people commit bank fraud—it was the audacity to lie about it over and over. They detailed how Laffitte had spun tales in a civil deposition, during a disciplinary review, at his bond hearing, and at trial. And even after a jury found him guilty, he still tried to appeal, blaming everyone but himself. But now, thanks to this plea deal, there will be no retrial, no appeals, and no last-ditch arguments about ineffective legal counsel. Laffitte has waived all of it. It's a legal dead-end for him and a sigh of relief for prosecutors and victims alike. And let's talk about the company he kept. Laffitte wasn't pulling these moves with some faceless fraudster—he was in business with Alex Murdaugh, arguably South Carolina's most radioactive defendant. By the time Laffitte's case came up for a retrial, Murdaugh was already a convicted murderer and convicted thief. The idea of facing a jury while being tied at the hip to that guy? Not a good look. In the background of all this are the stories of the people they stole from. The Plyler sisters, Hannah and Alania, had their settlement money drained. Natarsha Thomas lost $350,000. Arthur Badger, left to raise six children after his wife's death in a crash, had over a million siphoned from his rightful settlement. Laffitte helped reroute that money through his bank into accounts he and Murdaugh controlled, like some twisted game of Monopoly where the victims always lost and the banker pocketed Boardwalk. Emails between Laffitte and Murdaugh discussing Badger's money were described by attorney Mark Tinsley as especially damning. Which is why, Tinsley says, this guilty plea isn't a surprise—it's damage control. For the victims and their attorneys, this deal is about more than just prison time. It's closure. It's avoiding another public trial. And most importantly, it's proof in writing that Laffitte wasn't just a clueless banker caught in the crossfire—he was an active, informed participant in a massive fraud. Now, even as he faces civil lawsuits where he continues to deny responsibility, his federal guilty plea will hang around his neck like a cement necktie. Because no matter how many depositions he gives, the ink on that 10-page agreement doesn't lie. Russell Laffitte may have spent years denying, deflecting, and dodging the truth. But this week, he finally ran out of exits. #AlexMurdaugh #RussellLaffitte #PalmettoStateBank #WhiteCollarCrime Want to listen to ALL our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
“Murdaugh Jailhouse Phonecalls” is BACK with this 10th volume of Alex Murdaugh's jail calls with family, amidst his trial.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite--6073723/support.
Alex Murdaugh Murder Appeal Delayed 120 Days – Here's What Happens Next In this episode, we're diving into the latest twist in the Alex Murdaugh murder appeal—the South Carolina Supreme Court's unexpected decision to grant prosecutors a 120-day extension to respond. With the new deadline now set for August 8, 2025, Murdaugh's defense team is sounding the alarm, accusing the Attorney General's Office of stalling and mismanaging the case. The State, on the other hand, claims “extraordinary circumstances” justify the delay, pointing to a massive 6,000-page trial record and staff turnover. This isn't just a boring scheduling change—it's a courtroom clash that exposes just how complicated, politically sensitive, and high-stakes this appeal really is. The defense argues the longer this drags out, the longer Murdaugh sits in prison on what they claim was a structurally flawed trial. Prosecutors say they need time to do it right. Legal analysts say it's rare to see such a public fight over an appellate deadline, especially one involving a case this notorious. We break down what this extension means, how it affects the timeline of the appeal, and what it tells us about the strategies on both sides. From the controversial role of court clerk Becky Hill to the looming oral arguments in late 2025 or early 2026, this delay sets the tone for what could be one of the most consequential appellate rulings in South Carolina history. Subscribe now for all the updates as this legal saga continues to unfold. Want to listen to ALL our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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Alex Murdaugh Murder Appeal Delayed 120 Days – Here's What Happens Next In this episode, we're diving into the latest twist in the Alex Murdaugh murder appeal—the South Carolina Supreme Court's unexpected decision to grant prosecutors a 120-day extension to respond. With the new deadline now set for August 8, 2025, Murdaugh's defense team is sounding the alarm, accusing the Attorney General's Office of stalling and mismanaging the case. The State, on the other hand, claims “extraordinary circumstances” justify the delay, pointing to a massive 6,000-page trial record and staff turnover. This isn't just a boring scheduling change—it's a courtroom clash that exposes just how complicated, politically sensitive, and high-stakes this appeal really is. The defense argues the longer this drags out, the longer Murdaugh sits in prison on what they claim was a structurally flawed trial. Prosecutors say they need time to do it right. Legal analysts say it's rare to see such a public fight over an appellate deadline, especially one involving a case this notorious. We break down what this extension means, how it affects the timeline of the appeal, and what it tells us about the strategies on both sides. From the controversial role of court clerk Becky Hill to the looming oral arguments in late 2025 or early 2026, this delay sets the tone for what could be one of the most consequential appellate rulings in South Carolina history. Subscribe now for all the updates as this legal saga continues to unfold. Want to listen to ALL our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
Alex Murdaugh Murder Appeal Delayed 120 Days – Here's What Happens Next In this episode, we're diving into the latest twist in the Alex Murdaugh murder appeal—the South Carolina Supreme Court's unexpected decision to grant prosecutors a 120-day extension to respond. With the new deadline now set for August 8, 2025, Murdaugh's defense team is sounding the alarm, accusing the Attorney General's Office of stalling and mismanaging the case. The State, on the other hand, claims “extraordinary circumstances” justify the delay, pointing to a massive 6,000-page trial record and staff turnover. This isn't just a boring scheduling change—it's a courtroom clash that exposes just how complicated, politically sensitive, and high-stakes this appeal really is. The defense argues the longer this drags out, the longer Murdaugh sits in prison on what they claim was a structurally flawed trial. Prosecutors say they need time to do it right. Legal analysts say it's rare to see such a public fight over an appellate deadline, especially one involving a case this notorious. We break down what this extension means, how it affects the timeline of the appeal, and what it tells us about the strategies on both sides. From the controversial role of court clerk Becky Hill to the looming oral arguments in late 2025 or early 2026, this delay sets the tone for what could be one of the most consequential appellate rulings in South Carolina history. Subscribe now for all the updates as this legal saga continues to unfold. Want to listen to ALL our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
On today's show: 1. The cast for Hulu's 'Murdaugh Murders' true crime show is shaping up. Here's who will star - https://www.postandcourier.com/free-times/news/murdaugh-murders-podcast-hulu-show-sc/article_73eabffe-b885-471b-beea-6853567248e0.html 2. SC Supreme Court grants prosecutors additional time to respond to Murdaugh appeal - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/sc-supreme-court-grants-prosecutors-additional-time-to-respond-to-murdaugh-appeal-wciv-abc-news-4-richard-alexander-murdaugh-south-carolina-supreme-court-former-colleton-county-clerk-of-court-becky-hill-paul-maggie-murdaugh-moselle-estate-double-murder# 3. Ex-Murdaugh banker Russell Laffitte to plead guilty to financial crimes, avoiding retrial - https://www.postandcourier.com/murdaugh-updates/russell-laffitte-plea-agreement-retrial-canceled/article_e9321c75-ac57-4ac0-9965-f8d6d27671a6.html This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland get a dose of breaking news mid-episode when the warrant for Angie Solomon's “murder for hire” arrest comes in, raising all-new questions. In 2020, Angie's 18-year-old son Grant was killed in a strange set of circumstances while outside a gym while his father, Aaron Solomon, was present. Since then, Angie sought justice for her son — as well as for her young daughter, who has accused Aaron of sexual abuse. Was Angie really trying to hire someone to kill Aaron? Or was she set up? Also on the show, a discussion of the “Gone Girls” documentary about the Long Island serial killer. Would you open the door to a stranger in distress? And what are Rex Heuermann's connections to South Carolina? Plus, a double dose of breaking news as Eric gets a call from Creighton Waters in the middle of the recording about Russell's federal and state charges. He's pleading GUILTY and saving us all the trouble of watching him squirm in court. And finally, it's finally been announced! Actress Brittany Snow — known for her roles in “Pitch Perfect” and “John Tucker Must Die” — has joined the cast of Hulu's “Murdaugh Murders” series in the role of … Mandy! But we'll get into all the feels on this week's Girl Talk episode for Soak Up The Sun Premium Members! Episode Resources “Brittany Snow Joins Hulu's Murdaugh Murders Limited Series” - Deadline, April 10, 2025
Here are today's headlines: MUSC study focusing on reducing death rate for new SC moms Two-time Super Bowl Winner celebrates winning battle with head and neck cancer Charleston County Sheriff’s Office launches free Narcan stands across county Williamsburg County Sheriff’s Office investigating homicide in Kingstree Police investigating shooting in Ladson, 2 injured Russell Laffitte, alleged Murdaugh accomplice, enters guilty plea deal Berkeley County teacher fired and suspended for alcohol at school Charleston’s Ronald McDonald House announces expansion plans, giving campaign MUSC plans to build South Carolina’s only dedicated cancer hospital Police charge driver in fatal hit-and-run in Moncks Corner Fire crews respond to brush fire in Huger Charleston County leaders disapprove Storybook Farm Planned Development request US Senator, Secretary of Housing tour Charleston homeless shelter
In this 27th episode of the “Murdaugh” series, Jim Chapman continues to discuss the Becky Hill investigation bringing you into the present day. Jim then transitions into some lesser known facts regarding Alex Murdaugh's life behind bars and finishes up with another edition of Jailhouse Phonecalls.Timestamps:11:57 Alec's Strip Club Brawl18:05 Alec's Prison Influence22:15 Jailhouse Brawls and Reputation31:03 Life Inside the Walls31:53 The Fate of Moselle33:17 Wrapping Up the Murdoch Series37:01 New Year's Conversations43:02 Family Updates46:43 Canteen and Communication56:37 Conversations About Legal Affairs1:40:43 Checking In on FamilyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite--6073723/support.
Murdaugh to SC: You've Had Long Enough The South Carolina Attorney General's Office wants more time to answer Alex Murdaugh's Supreme Court appeal—and Murdaugh's team isn't having it. In a rare move that flips the courtroom script, it's the defense pressing to move things forward, while the prosecution is asking the highest court in the state to slow it down. On April 3, the AG's Office asked for a second extension in Murdaugh's appeal process. They're asking for 120 more days, which would push their deadline to respond until August 8. But Murdaugh's lawyers fired back almost immediately with a simple message: No. Richard Harpootlian, one of Murdaugh's lead attorneys, didn't mince words. In an email directly to the state's attorneys, he said, “We will not consent.” The state's request comes in response to a 121-page appeal filed by Murdaugh's legal team back in December. That appeal is no small document—it accuses former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill of jury tampering, questions the way evidence was presented, and basically asks the court to take a second look at one of the most widely followed trials in recent memory. The Supreme Court received both motions—the AG's request for time and the defense's refusal—but hasn't yet ruled on either. Murdaugh, the disbarred attorney turned convicted murderer, was sentenced to back-to-back life terms last year for the 2021 shooting deaths of his wife Maggie and son Paul. He has always denied involvement in the killings. His legal team filed for appeal last December, citing what they claim were serious errors during the trial, including that explosive allegation of jury tampering. Originally, the AG's Office had 90 days to respond to the appeal—a deadline they agreed on with the defense. That gave them until April 10. But now they want four more months, claiming the scope of the case is just too big to tackle in time. Their reasoning? For starters, the trial transcripts span over 6,000 pages. Add to that audio recordings, video exhibits, legal briefs, and side hearings, and you've got a mountain of material to review. The AG's team also says they're dealing with other major cases, including death penalty litigation, and their attorneys are simply stretched thin. But Murdaugh's side isn't buying it. They say this appeal has already been pending far too long. They point out that if the extension is granted, it will have taken the state an entire year to respond to their brief. They say they've never heard of that happening in any criminal case—capital or otherwise. They also argue that if the Attorney General's Office can't keep up with its caseload, they should hire outside help. With 90 attorneys on staff, the defense questions why this one case needs so much extra time. Then there's the most telling part: Murdaugh's lawyers say they believe the state's case won't hold up on appeal. They argue that dragging this out only delays justice—and that unless the AG's Office is hiding some blockbuster argument, the state's trying to stall a process that could ultimately lead to overturning the murder convictions. Let's be clear: even if Murdaugh wins this appeal, it doesn't mean he walks out of prison. He's already pleaded guilty to a laundry list of financial crimes—millions stolen from clients and colleagues—and those come with their own steep sentences. But overturning the murder convictions would shake up the legacy of a trial that gripped the country. Now, it's up to the South Carolina Supreme Court to decide whether the state deserves more time—or if the clock has already run out. #AlexMurdaugh #SouthCarolinaSupremeCourt #LegalNews #TrueCrime Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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Murdaugh to SC: You've Had Long Enough The South Carolina Attorney General's Office wants more time to answer Alex Murdaugh's Supreme Court appeal—and Murdaugh's team isn't having it. In a rare move that flips the courtroom script, it's the defense pressing to move things forward, while the prosecution is asking the highest court in the state to slow it down. On April 3, the AG's Office asked for a second extension in Murdaugh's appeal process. They're asking for 120 more days, which would push their deadline to respond until August 8. But Murdaugh's lawyers fired back almost immediately with a simple message: No. Richard Harpootlian, one of Murdaugh's lead attorneys, didn't mince words. In an email directly to the state's attorneys, he said, “We will not consent.” The state's request comes in response to a 121-page appeal filed by Murdaugh's legal team back in December. That appeal is no small document—it accuses former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill of jury tampering, questions the way evidence was presented, and basically asks the court to take a second look at one of the most widely followed trials in recent memory. The Supreme Court received both motions—the AG's request for time and the defense's refusal—but hasn't yet ruled on either. Murdaugh, the disbarred attorney turned convicted murderer, was sentenced to back-to-back life terms last year for the 2021 shooting deaths of his wife Maggie and son Paul. He has always denied involvement in the killings. His legal team filed for appeal last December, citing what they claim were serious errors during the trial, including that explosive allegation of jury tampering. Originally, the AG's Office had 90 days to respond to the appeal—a deadline they agreed on with the defense. That gave them until April 10. But now they want four more months, claiming the scope of the case is just too big to tackle in time. Their reasoning? For starters, the trial transcripts span over 6,000 pages. Add to that audio recordings, video exhibits, legal briefs, and side hearings, and you've got a mountain of material to review. The AG's team also says they're dealing with other major cases, including death penalty litigation, and their attorneys are simply stretched thin. But Murdaugh's side isn't buying it. They say this appeal has already been pending far too long. They point out that if the extension is granted, it will have taken the state an entire year to respond to their brief. They say they've never heard of that happening in any criminal case—capital or otherwise. They also argue that if the Attorney General's Office can't keep up with its caseload, they should hire outside help. With 90 attorneys on staff, the defense questions why this one case needs so much extra time. Then there's the most telling part: Murdaugh's lawyers say they believe the state's case won't hold up on appeal. They argue that dragging this out only delays justice—and that unless the AG's Office is hiding some blockbuster argument, the state's trying to stall a process that could ultimately lead to overturning the murder convictions. Let's be clear: even if Murdaugh wins this appeal, it doesn't mean he walks out of prison. He's already pleaded guilty to a laundry list of financial crimes—millions stolen from clients and colleagues—and those come with their own steep sentences. But overturning the murder convictions would shake up the legacy of a trial that gripped the country. Now, it's up to the South Carolina Supreme Court to decide whether the state deserves more time—or if the clock has already run out. #AlexMurdaugh #SouthCarolinaSupremeCourt #LegalNews #TrueCrime Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
Murdaugh to SC: You've Had Long Enough The South Carolina Attorney General's Office wants more time to answer Alex Murdaugh's Supreme Court appeal—and Murdaugh's team isn't having it. In a rare move that flips the courtroom script, it's the defense pressing to move things forward, while the prosecution is asking the highest court in the state to slow it down. On April 3, the AG's Office asked for a second extension in Murdaugh's appeal process. They're asking for 120 more days, which would push their deadline to respond until August 8. But Murdaugh's lawyers fired back almost immediately with a simple message: No. Richard Harpootlian, one of Murdaugh's lead attorneys, didn't mince words. In an email directly to the state's attorneys, he said, “We will not consent.” The state's request comes in response to a 121-page appeal filed by Murdaugh's legal team back in December. That appeal is no small document—it accuses former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill of jury tampering, questions the way evidence was presented, and basically asks the court to take a second look at one of the most widely followed trials in recent memory. The Supreme Court received both motions—the AG's request for time and the defense's refusal—but hasn't yet ruled on either. Murdaugh, the disbarred attorney turned convicted murderer, was sentenced to back-to-back life terms last year for the 2021 shooting deaths of his wife Maggie and son Paul. He has always denied involvement in the killings. His legal team filed for appeal last December, citing what they claim were serious errors during the trial, including that explosive allegation of jury tampering. Originally, the AG's Office had 90 days to respond to the appeal—a deadline they agreed on with the defense. That gave them until April 10. But now they want four more months, claiming the scope of the case is just too big to tackle in time. Their reasoning? For starters, the trial transcripts span over 6,000 pages. Add to that audio recordings, video exhibits, legal briefs, and side hearings, and you've got a mountain of material to review. The AG's team also says they're dealing with other major cases, including death penalty litigation, and their attorneys are simply stretched thin. But Murdaugh's side isn't buying it. They say this appeal has already been pending far too long. They point out that if the extension is granted, it will have taken the state an entire year to respond to their brief. They say they've never heard of that happening in any criminal case—capital or otherwise. They also argue that if the Attorney General's Office can't keep up with its caseload, they should hire outside help. With 90 attorneys on staff, the defense questions why this one case needs so much extra time. Then there's the most telling part: Murdaugh's lawyers say they believe the state's case won't hold up on appeal. They argue that dragging this out only delays justice—and that unless the AG's Office is hiding some blockbuster argument, the state's trying to stall a process that could ultimately lead to overturning the murder convictions. Let's be clear: even if Murdaugh wins this appeal, it doesn't mean he walks out of prison. He's already pleaded guilty to a laundry list of financial crimes—millions stolen from clients and colleagues—and those come with their own steep sentences. But overturning the murder convictions would shake up the legacy of a trial that gripped the country. Now, it's up to the South Carolina Supreme Court to decide whether the state deserves more time—or if the clock has already run out. #AlexMurdaugh #SouthCarolinaSupremeCourt #LegalNews #TrueCrime Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
Murdaugh to SC: You've Had Long Enough The South Carolina Attorney General's Office wants more time to answer Alex Murdaugh's Supreme Court appeal—and Murdaugh's team isn't having it. In a rare move that flips the courtroom script, it's the defense pressing to move things forward, while the prosecution is asking the highest court in the state to slow it down. On April 3, the AG's Office asked for a second extension in Murdaugh's appeal process. They're asking for 120 more days, which would push their deadline to respond until August 8. But Murdaugh's lawyers fired back almost immediately with a simple message: No. Richard Harpootlian, one of Murdaugh's lead attorneys, didn't mince words. In an email directly to the state's attorneys, he said, “We will not consent.” The state's request comes in response to a 121-page appeal filed by Murdaugh's legal team back in December. That appeal is no small document—it accuses former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill of jury tampering, questions the way evidence was presented, and basically asks the court to take a second look at one of the most widely followed trials in recent memory. The Supreme Court received both motions—the AG's request for time and the defense's refusal—but hasn't yet ruled on either. Murdaugh, the disbarred attorney turned convicted murderer, was sentenced to back-to-back life terms last year for the 2021 shooting deaths of his wife Maggie and son Paul. He has always denied involvement in the killings. His legal team filed for appeal last December, citing what they claim were serious errors during the trial, including that explosive allegation of jury tampering. Originally, the AG's Office had 90 days to respond to the appeal—a deadline they agreed on with the defense. That gave them until April 10. But now they want four more months, claiming the scope of the case is just too big to tackle in time. Their reasoning? For starters, the trial transcripts span over 6,000 pages. Add to that audio recordings, video exhibits, legal briefs, and side hearings, and you've got a mountain of material to review. The AG's team also says they're dealing with other major cases, including death penalty litigation, and their attorneys are simply stretched thin. But Murdaugh's side isn't buying it. They say this appeal has already been pending far too long. They point out that if the extension is granted, it will have taken the state an entire year to respond to their brief. They say they've never heard of that happening in any criminal case—capital or otherwise. They also argue that if the Attorney General's Office can't keep up with its caseload, they should hire outside help. With 90 attorneys on staff, the defense questions why this one case needs so much extra time. Then there's the most telling part: Murdaugh's lawyers say they believe the state's case won't hold up on appeal. They argue that dragging this out only delays justice—and that unless the AG's Office is hiding some blockbuster argument, the state's trying to stall a process that could ultimately lead to overturning the murder convictions. Let's be clear: even if Murdaugh wins this appeal, it doesn't mean he walks out of prison. He's already pleaded guilty to a laundry list of financial crimes—millions stolen from clients and colleagues—and those come with their own steep sentences. But overturning the murder convictions would shake up the legacy of a trial that gripped the country. Now, it's up to the South Carolina Supreme Court to decide whether the state deserves more time—or if the clock has already run out. #AlexMurdaugh #SouthCarolinaSupremeCourt #LegalNews #TrueCrime Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland — think they know where the finale for the third season of “White Lotus” is headed … (01:42) let's just say things are seeming mighty familiar there. (22:09) Speaking of the Murdaugh family … on today's episode Mandy, Liz and Eric also dive into Buster Murdaugh's latest filing in his federal defamation case — specifically, the part of the memo that indicates Buster has depositions from people who have personal knowledge of the events that led to Stephen Smith's death in July 2015 … along with the origins of the rumor that Buster was somehow involved. What do those depositions say? Has he shared them with SLED? And wow are Mandy and Liz left speechless by the Stephen Smith-related news that Eric shares with them while on the topic of Buster's case. (07:49) Plus, why would Hunter Biden need Dick Harpootlian to be his attorney? (54:43) Also, the latest in Myrtle Beach “pastor” John-Paul Miller's frivolous defamation cases and the quick reopening and reclosing of Chris Skinner's 2021 death investigation by the Myrtle Beach Police Department. What does it all mean? ☕ Cup's Up! ⚖️ Episode Resources “SC attorney Harpootlian to represent Hunter Biden in federal libel suit” - Live 5 News, March 26, 2025 “Police close investigation into man's 2021 drowning death at Myrtle Beach pool” - WBTW, March 31, 2025 Eric's Book Signing at Hilton Head B&N on April 19, 2025 Premium Member Resources Dick Harpootlian's Pro Hac Vice Filing - March 3, 2025 Buster Murdaugh's Federal Reply Memo - March 24, 2025 SC Grand Jury Rules & Information SC Grand Juror Handbook Alexandra Cuozzo's Countersuit Transfer Order - March 26, 2025 Chris Skinner's Coroner Report Stay Tuned, Stay Pesky and Stay in the Sunlight...☀️ Premium Members also get access to episode videos, case files, live trial coverage and exclusive live experiences with our hosts. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE. Check out Luna Shark Merch With a Mission shop at lunasharkmerch.com/ What We're Buying... Quince - Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince! Go to Quince.com/COJ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Here's a link to some of our favorite things: https://amzn.to/4cJ0eVn Find us on social media: bsky.app/profile/mandy-matney.com | bsky.app/profile/elizfarrell.com | bsky.app/profile/theericbland.bsky.social Twitter.com/mandymatney | Twitter.com/elizfarrell | Twitter.com/theericbland https://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ | https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/ YouTube | TIKTOK SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBM *** Alert: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send fun merch to the first listener that finds something that needs to be adjusted! *** *The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes do not constitute legal advice. Listeners desiring legal advice for any particular legal matter are urged to consult an attorney of their choosing who can provide legal advice based upon a full understanding of the facts and circumstances of their claim. The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes also do not express the views or opinions of Bland Richter, LLP, or its attorneys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Jim brings you the emotional story of the side you have not yet heard from, Maggie Murdaugh's side of the family. Hear the personal testimony of Maggie's sister Marion Proctor in today's episode.Timestamps16:39 Marion Proctor's Emotional Testimony26:00 Family Dynamics and Community Reactions27:53 Maggie's Life and Interests 32:20 The Tragic Night34:21 Memories and Last Visits39:22 Aftermath of the Murders45:24 The Investigation's Focus50:23 Insights into Family Relationships1:14:53 Concerns About Alec's SafetyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite--6073723/support.
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell provide updates on the case of Chris Skinner's suspicious death, Buster Murdaugh's defamation case, Johnnie James' suspicious/not suspicious death and the capital murder charge against Lee Gilley for the death of his pregnant wife Christa Bauer Gilley. [3:37] Hear the latest developments in the tragic and suspicious 2021 drowning death of Chris Skinner, the quadriplegic husband of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, “Pastor” John-Paul Miller's girlfriend, Suzi. In 2024 — after watching video footage of Skinner's final moments and seeing that it didn't seem like his drowning was an “accident” — Mandy and Liz called on the Myrtle Beach Coroner's Office to reopen its investigation into Skinner's death. This past week, that second investigation was finally announced publicly. [18:21] Also on the episode, Buster Murdaugh calls on a federal judge to reconsider his order to split Murdaugh's defamation case against Netflix, Warner Brothers and other defendants. Buster's argument? He'll be presenting evidence to the court proving that he didn't kill Stephen Smith — a gay teenager left for dead on a Hampton County road — including DEPOSITIONS of people who have “personal knowledge” of the events that led to Stephen's death in July 2015. Will Buster end up the hero in bringing justice to the Stephen Smith case? [33:35] Plus, an update on men's rights fan Lee Gilley, who is accused of killing his wife and unborn baby in Houston, Texas, and lying about it. Why is it taking the state so long to indict him and should we be concerned? [50:42] Finally, a correction in the Jane Doe No. 1 case against JP Miller and an appeal for information. Let's dive in...
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