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Party on the Water: The Story of Paul Murdoch's Death
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10:58 - 17:23 (06:25)

Paul Murdoch, a wealthy local prosecutor, started the night with a party on a boat and ended up dead. The circumstances surrounding his death and the events leading up to it are still a mystery.

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The Murdochs have had a century-long history in law enforcement, having served as the top prosecutors in the Hampton area for three generations.
10:58 - 14:19 (03:21)
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Law Enforcement
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The Murdochs have had a century-long history in law enforcement, having served as the top prosecutors in the Hampton area for three generations. Their roots in the area made them an integral part of the local law enforcement system, which some argue compromised their ability to remain unbiased.

Chapter
Party on the Water: The Story of Paul Murdoch's Death
Episode
Murdaugh Family Murders
Podcast
20/20
Paul Murdaugh is said to have been drunk driving a boat when it crashed into a bridge, killing Mallory Beach.
14:20 - 16:11 (01:51)
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Drunk driving
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Paul Murdaugh is said to have been drunk driving a boat when it crashed into a bridge, killing Mallory Beach. Witnesses claim they begged Murdaugh to let somebody sober drive before continuing on.

Chapter
Party on the Water: The Story of Paul Murdoch's Death
Episode
Murdaugh Family Murders
Podcast
20/20
The Alec Murdoch case unfolds with a story of privilege and the ultimate price paid for it, featuring a fatal boat crash followed by a double murder.
16:11 - 17:23 (01:12)
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Crime
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The Alec Murdoch case unfolds with a story of privilege and the ultimate price paid for it, featuring a fatal boat crash followed by a double murder.

Chapter
Party on the Water: The Story of Paul Murdoch's Death
Episode
Murdaugh Family Murders
Podcast
20/20