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

Susan Smith, now 53, was denied parole on Wednesday after serving 30 years for the drowning of her two sons in 1994. Her ex-husband and 14 witnesses opposed her release, citing her lack of remorse and the emotional impact of her actions. Smith initially claimed her children were kidnapped by a carjacker, prompting a nationwide search. Investigators later found her car in a lake with the boys inside, leading to her confession that she had intentionally drowned them. The case remains significant due to its racial implications, as Smith's false accusation of a Black man reflects a troubling history of similar claims. The emotional fallout from the case continues to resonate in the community and beyond.