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Alex Murdaugh’s second murder trial will start next spring, judge rules
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 29, 2026
· 6 min read
By Dianne Gallagher, Eric Levenson, Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN
Lexington, South Carolina (CNN) — Alex Murdaugh, the disbarred South Carolina attorney accused of killing his wife and son, will face his second murder trial next spring after his previous convictions were overturned on appeal.
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Key takeaway “When I say April 5th, we’re picking a jury and going forward,” she said.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The case of Alex Murdaugh, though originating in South Carolina, has significant implications for the El Paso community's perception of the justice system. As a border city with its own unique set of challenges, El Pasoans are keenly aware of the importance of fair and impartial trials. The fact that Murdaugh's murder convictions were overturned on appeal raises questions about the reliability of the justice system, even in high-profile cases. The upcoming hearing in Lexington will be closely watched, not just for its impact on the Murdaugh case, but also for what it may reveal about the potential for similar miscarriages of justice in other parts of the country, including Texas. El Pasoans will be interested to see how the case unfolds and what lessons can be applied to their own local justice system.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? By Dianne Gallagher, Eric Levenson, Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN
Lexington, South Carolina (CNN) — Alex Murdaugh, the disbarred South Carolina attorney accused of killing his wife and son, will face his second murder trial next spring after his previous convictions were overturned on appeal.
Murdaugh...
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