The Murdaugh Murders (Dateline)

Mar 21, 2023

Alex Murdaugh of the powerful SC family finds son and wife shot, linked to another murder. Family history of scandals and unsolved deaths. Legal battles, boat crash, and mysterious circumstances unravel in this true crime tale.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Fundraising Events and Case Update

01:40 • 5min

Exploring the Rich History and Character of the Murdoch Family

06:17 • 4min

Intrigue, Suspicions, and Silence in the Aftermath of a Horrific Shooting Incident

10:27 • 3min

Legacy of Power and Influence

13:34 • 8min

Tragic Events at the Oyster Roast

21:05 • 5min

Legal Intricacies and Mysterious Incidents Unfold

26:29 • 4min

The Enigmatic Saga of a Troubled Man

30:37 • 4min

Intrigue and Tension Unravel in a Startling Confrontation

35:06 • 3min

Unsolved Mysteries and Legal Battles

38:18 • 11min

Legal Banter, Satirical Comments, and an Advertisement for Diamonds

49:45 • 3min

On the evening of June 7, 2021, Alex Murdaugh, a member of one of the most powerful families in South Carolina, came home to a brutal scene: The bodies of his 21 year old son, Paul, and 52 year old wife, Maggie. Both of whom had been shot multiple times. Could this be connected to the death of Paul's friend Mallory, who had been thrown from a boat Paul had been driving while drunk? And as the authorities dig deeper, they find TWO OTHER murders connected to the family that remain unsolved. What is going on here? Why do people connected to this rich and powerful family keep dying? And stay tuned to the end for the most recent update!

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