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Susan Smith seeks parole 30 years after killing her sons

news.yahoo.com — November 20, 2024 at 11:01 AM UTC

Susan Smith, convicted of drowning her two sons 30 years ago, is seeking parole for the first time. She was sentenced to life in prison in 1995, with eligibility for parole starting November 4, 2024. Smith initially claimed a Black man kidnapped her sons, but later confessed to their murders. Her case drew significant media attention amid racial tensions in the U.S. at the time. Opposition to her parole is expected from the lead prosecutor and her ex-husband, who will attend the hearing remotely. In 2023, only 7% of parole requests in South Carolina were granted.

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