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Alex Murdaugh's retrial on murder charges set for April 2027
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· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information on the case and its developments can be found through KXXV News, including details on an upcoming retrial set for April 2027 and the current status of Murdaugh's convictions and sentencing. A notable court case is ongoing, with Alex Murdaugh recently appearing in court.
A notable court case is ongoing, with Alex Murdaugh recently appearing in court. He is facing charges related to the deaths of his wife and son.
The case has garnered significant attention and was back in court for a pretrial hearing. Details from the hearing are limited, but it is known that Murdaugh's appearance was largely silent.
Further information on the case and its developments can be found through KXXV News, including details on an upcoming retrial set for April 2027 and the current status of Murdaugh's convictions and sentencing.
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Category: safety Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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