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

Susan Smith, who killed her two sons in 1994, was denied parole by a South Carolina board on Wednesday. This was her first opportunity for parole after serving 30 years in prison. The board voted unanimously against her release. During the hearing, Smith expressed remorse and claimed God had forgiven her. She had previously falsely reported that a black man abducted her sons before confessing to their murders. The parole board received 360 letters, with only six supporting her release. David Smith, the boys' father, opposed her parole, stating she had not shown remorse. He emphasized the impact of her actions on their family. Smith's lawyer argued that her mental health issues contributed to the tragedy, but the board ultimately decided against granting her parole.