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Susan Smith denied parole 30 years after drowning her sons in South Carolina lake

wmur.com — November 20, 2024 at 08:01 PM UTC

Susan Smith was denied parole on November 20, 2024, after a parole board unanimously decided she should remain in prison. This was her first hearing since being sentenced to life for drowning her two sons in 1994. During the hearing, Smith expressed remorse and described her actions as horrible. Family members of the victims, including her ex-husband, spoke against her release, emphasizing the impact of her crime on their lives. Smith's attorney argued she had mental health issues and posed a low risk to the public. However, the board's decision reflects the challenges of obtaining parole in high-profile cases, especially when victims' families oppose it.

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