Episode

Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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46:50
Published: Thu Jul 21 2022
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In the last seven days, we’ve been very busy at the Murdaugh Murders Podcast.  Alex Murdaugh was officially charged in the double homicide of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh.   Bowen Turner’s probation was revoked.  Alex Murdaugh’s bond was denied.  And Russell Laffitte was federally indicted.  All of these things are a big deal.  In this special breaking episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Mandy and Liz dive into the details of the bond hearing. What does all of this mean for the future of the SC justice system? And, you’ll hear clips from a special ceremony honoring Stephen Smith. The Murdaugh Murders Podcast is created by Mandy Matney and Luna Shark Productions. Our Executive Editor is Liz Farrell. Advertising is curated by the talented team at AdLarge Media. Find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ https://www.instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ For current and accurate updates:  Twitter.com/mandymatney Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jay Lafitte is facing five federal counts for allegedly using his positions to defraud clients.
00:00 - 03:18 (03:18)
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Jay Lafitte
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Jay Lafitte is facing five federal counts for allegedly using his positions to defraud clients.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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The confusion between the defendants Ellick and Malord in the courtroom hearing has caused some concern, even though the prosecution pushed for a gag order to protect the case's integrity and ongoing investigations.
03:18 - 08:00 (04:41)
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Ellick-Malord Case
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The confusion between the defendants Ellick and Malord in the courtroom hearing has caused some concern, even though the prosecution pushed for a gag order to protect the case's integrity and ongoing investigations.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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Elick Murdoch's murder case bond hearing shifted towards a discussion about keeping public information from the court session instead of whether or not he would be granted bond.
07:59 - 12:17 (04:17)
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Elick Murdoch
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Elick Murdoch's murder case bond hearing shifted towards a discussion about keeping public information from the court session instead of whether or not he would be granted bond. Prosecutor Creighton Waters surprised the court by not objecting to the defendant's family's support, indicating a weak case against Murdoch.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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Murdaugh Murders Podcast
Information gathered from the statewide grand jury case, which includes allegations of white collar fraud and drug crimes, provides background and motive for the events that occurred on June 7th, 2021, during the trial of Alex Murdoch.
12:17 - 21:26 (09:09)
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Alex Murdoch
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Information gathered from the statewide grand jury case, which includes allegations of white collar fraud and drug crimes, provides background and motive for the events that occurred on June 7th, 2021, during the trial of Alex Murdoch. There's a desire to maintain a fair trial that is not executed in the media but instead in the courtroom.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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Murdaugh Murders Podcast
The defense attorney for a man charged with insurance fraud has asked a South Carolina judge to unseal some records concerning the Murdaugh family killing.
21:26 - 26:35 (05:08)
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Murdaugh family killing
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The defense attorney for a man charged with insurance fraud has asked a South Carolina judge to unseal some records concerning the Murdaugh family killing. The attorney, Dick Harpootlian, claims the prosecution is delaying the insurance fraud trial so they can devote time to the high-profile murder case.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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The upcoming trial of Alex Murdaugh may not be presided over by Judge Newman due to his upcoming retirement.
26:35 - 34:50 (08:14)
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Murdaugh Case
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The upcoming trial of Alex Murdaugh may not be presided over by Judge Newman due to his upcoming retirement. The support of Murdaugh's family is dependent upon the evidence in the double homicide case.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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Supporters rally to celebrate a new headstone honoring Steven Smith's legacy and call for justice in his unsolved case.
34:50 - 41:36 (06:46)
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Steven Smith
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Supporters rally to celebrate a new headstone honoring Steven Smith's legacy and call for justice in his unsolved case. Family and attorney express frustration and determination to seek justice.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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A call to action to honor Stephen Smith, who was thrown in a South Carolina jail cell by police officers and later died, by getting mad but also showing empathy towards his family who deserve justice.
41:37 - 44:30 (02:53)
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Social Justice
Summary

A call to action to honor Stephen Smith, who was thrown in a South Carolina jail cell by police officers and later died, by getting mad but also showing empathy towards his family who deserve justice.

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Alex Murdaugh Charged With Murder And Denied Bond: What’s next? (S01E53)
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Murdaugh Murders Podcast