South Carolina Supreme Court Overturns Alex Murdaugh Murder Convictions Following Jury Tampering

The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned the murder convictions of Alex Murdaugh due to documented jury tampering.Former court clerk Becky Hill admitted to influencing jurors and compromising the integrity of the initial 2023 trial.Prosecutors intend to seek a new trial while the defendant remains imprisoned for unrelated federal financial crimes.Defense attorneys welcomed the decision, noting that prejudicial testimony regarding past thefts will be excluded.
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