Crime & Justice

Murdaugh Says He Is Copping Plea for Son He Didn’t Kill

‘TAKING RESPONSIBILITY’

The convicted double murderer pleaded guilty to 22 financial fraud charges.

Pilar Melendez
Pilar Melendez 

Senior National Reporter

Alex Murdaugh at court hearing
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Pilar Melendez

Pilar Melendez

Senior National Reporter

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