Susan Smith denied parole after 30 years for drowning her children

Susan Smith, 53, was denied parole after serving 30 years for the murder of her two children, Michael and Alex. During a video hearing, she expressed remorse and stated she has learned from her mistakes, but the parole board rejected her request. Smith was convicted in 1995 for drowning her children by rolling her car into a lake. Her ex-husband, David Smith, attended the hearing to advocate for their sons, emphasizing that her actions were intentional and that 30 years in prison is insufficient. Smith's case gained international attention in 1994 when she falsely claimed her children were kidnapped. After confessing, she faced a swift trial and was sentenced to life in prison. Her time in prison has included multiple disciplinary issues.