Serial Killers The Menendez Brothers Pt. 2
Sep 30, 2024
Lyle and Erik Menendez, infamous for murdering their parents in 1989, share their harrowing experiences. They discuss the severe familial abuse that led to their tragic decision and the emotional turmoil that followed the crime. The brothers reveal how their contrasting reactions—Lyle's apparent lack of remorse versus Erik's overwhelming guilt—shaped their lives. Their poignant reunion after decades offers insights into their prison lives and ongoing struggles with the past, shedding light on the complexity of their circumstances and the public's perception.
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Troubled Home Life
- Lyle and Eric Menendez were constantly causing trouble for their parents, Jose and Kitty.
- They littered, lost their keys, and provoked arguments, leading to escalating tensions.
The Murders
- Lyle and Eric planned the murders, loading shotguns in Lyle's bedroom.
- They shot their parents, Jose and Kitty, multiple times in the family room, attempting to stage it as a mafia hit.
Failed Alibi
- After the murders, the brothers attempted to establish an alibi by going to a movie theater.
- Their attempts failed, and they eventually called 911, feigning grief upon discovering the bodies.