Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders of wife and son | full video

Disgraced former South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life in prison Friday after a jury found him guilty on all counts for the 2021 murder of his wife and son, Maggie and Paul Murdaugh.
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[@belami_irl8543]

I literally love this Judge. He does not hold any punches. He held this murderer’s feet to the fire in such a fashion as I have never seen before. He humiliated him by letting him know that no one believes his disgusting lies. Thank you Judge 🙏

[@DSTH323]

This judge showed himself to be a gentle, wise man throughout this trial. But especially today.

[@asafoster7954]

Wisdom was also the word that came to mind as I listened to him speak

[@thisisme3238]

This judge displayed professionalism to the highest..job well done Judge Newman, thank you for truth.

[@elizabethoconnorflynn3710]

very much so a gen tleman

[@brooklynnedenali1801]

This Judge was amazing.

[@crazywisdom2]

We need more Judges Like Judge Newman. He was excellent !

[@rhensontollhouse]

Terrific judge, prosecutor and jury! Notice how even the bailiff behind Alex kept nodding in agreement that Alex is a heinous liar.

[@karenmegert5872]

Notice how he doesn't have that little rockibgbof the head and body going as the 6 weeks went on. The absolute death stares he was giving Mr. Waters as he was being crossed was scary. Not sure why he would even appeal this since he is looking at 700 years for federal money theft and fraud. What a loser

[@dougdemoranville4867]

Honorable job done judge !!!! The Justice system needed this

[@salmaal-shaoily5809]

I love this judge. He flat out said, I've seen you've prosecute people who got death penalty for doing less crimes than you did. The judge was great. Had zero sympathy for him.

[@Krisnelson1969]

Agreed. Clifton Newman is a great judge. He would make a great President, or a great state or federal Supreme Court judge.

[@user-if4bd7cy5s]

​@@Krisnelson1969 but he is black.

[@nancyporvaznik3847]

I love the officer who was standing behind Alex to his right. He was nodding his head in agreement at certain points while the judge was talking. Especially when the judge inferred that Maggie and Paul would haunt Alex.

[@groovin4sho]

Which he has no business doing

[@laurensvibe8464]

Judge Newman has a way with words. An amazing man.

[@alikat1053]

No more boat rides and no more Jello shots! Best Judge ever. So sad he is being forced to retire bc of his age. Heartbreaking to me.

[@thud9797]

We need more men in this country like Judge Newman.

[@ssg11b71]

Judge Newman is the same judge who presided over the Samantha Josephson case in Columbia. Here in South Carolina, we are truly blessed to have him serving our state. He is wise, but he is NOT weak. Here's a quote from Judge Newman from July 2021. " To those who asked for leniency, that's not in my DNA". That's the kind of justice we need in these crazy times. Good Job, Judge Newman!

[@victoriajarvis2260]

Thank you for sharing that!

[@mthomas3547]

Good comment! His abilities and compassion was loud and clear.

[@mobutterflies3848]

Thank u for sharing, I’m definitely about to watch now! I’m here from the case he just sentenced the woman and man that allowed her disabled teen daughter to die in a hot car for 5 hours and so many comments of this judge led me here! He is absolutely brilliant with his words! So bone chilling, cut throat and cringing 😬 of the truth! WOWWW!

[@ssg11b71]

@@mobutterflies3848 I didn't hear about that case.... I'm serious Judge Newman doesn't play games with these criminals.

[@mobutterflies3848]

@@ssg11b71 oh u should check it out! It’s unbelievable! Her name is Rita Pangalandan. It’s all over KZbin. And man the Judge’s words at sentencing are OUCH!!!!

[@CF-wp7xo]

I love the self-awareness and humble confidence of the judge. I admire him so much.

[@user-if4bd7cy5s]

And his color??,

[@ikelasider1051]

Love the officer's nod of happiness at 24:38

[@tinamarie1948]

​@@ikelasider1051Yessss! Me too!

[@soulsplash4699]

The official sitting behind Alex at 3:26 as State was saying how depraved he was…was just nodding his head in agreement and throwing daggers with his eyes at Alex. Classic moment.

[@Harlow2123]

Lol ,usually law enforcement not supposed to do that lol

[@oscarvaladez6407]

This is, what greed is 💯

[@gkespinoza777]

I was watching his son and brother in the audience. Neither of them flenched when judge handed down the sentence.

[@johndogwater]

I love the Judge, he has a Yoda vibe; wisdom, common sense, humanity and quiet strength. It's nice to see the opponents shaking hands at the end too, that's what civilisation is all about.

[@goodkarna]

Lady Justice is happy today. Good for South Carolina for just getting the sentencing over with ASAP.

[@tidefanman1]

According to YOU. Perhaps run for office so you can be a part of the corrupt system

[@luvvinlovelock7254]

No title can ever make you a better person no matter your education, money or name.

[@rizzo3170]

How sad this is - this man had everything in life to live for and threw it all away -- so hard to wrap my mind around the total waste of life around the loss of these people who have been murdered in the wake of this guy's life --- such a disaster.

[@christinedetrich3688]

Yes so sad it came to this.

[@brandyleigh3046]

I have a feeling he's going to take his own life because he can't handle the thought of life in prison. It's happened many tines before with other murderers.

[@d_walsh]

I bet that big clown was expecting to hear "not guilty"

[@christopherniceley8848]

Being a judge must be very hard!

[@greeneyedsoutherngirl6468]

And losing your own son during the trial-Judge Newman is amazing.

[@claudeabrown7746]

This Judge is Epitomy of Class!

[@riobrasilsambashowssambist1453]

That judge gives me the sense that he doesn't equate justice with revenge. He was so even handed and well-spoken.

[@artgirlmermaid]

His soul is gone

[@artgirlmermaid]

His eyes are black and vapid

[@samueldiaz6299]

Maggie and Paul will visit him every nite in his cell.. I kid you not...Great quote by the judge.

[@burningmanmike]

He'll have 30+ YEARS behind bars to think about his crimes.

[@catbishop206]

Try two lifetimes.

[@TransCronus]

@@catbishop206 he’ll likely be dead in 30 years…

[@libertybell7145]

TWO LIFETIMES

[@barbmurray8557]

Leaving in a hearse

[@Rallybear]

Try 30+ years. He won't live thru two life sentences.

[@boogie5834]

Bro going to his grave lying.

[@goddessb582]

😂😂😂

[@josimpson7999]

It’s difficult not to feel sorry for the members of AM extended family. Being in any way related to this monster would haunt me with such horror and shame, I would have to change my name and move away. I can’t imagine what they must all be going through.

[@jamirose]

listen to the jailhouse call with buster and busters girlfriend gets on the phone shes loving all the publicity and she knows buster is not going to be left pennyless by any means she is sick id run if it was me

[@thisisme3238]

Justice has been served....

[@bigpapi2866]

best judge i have ever seen,

[@soleilwhitton6397]

Buster has lost everything. The expression on his face. Empty and Lost. Alex's brother is trying to hold himself together. His face is flushed. Lives will never be the same.

[@barbmurray8557]

Wow when AM stood up to speak the deputy jumped up. He was ready to do a smack down

[@Anathema.FOX1]

I love this judge❤

[@airons1895]

Praise the Lord! His wife, son and their love ones got justice today! Even though the pain of their murders will never go away. Sending prayers and healing to everyone affected by this case.

[@maryannanderson2213]

The judge in this case might have been the judge for whom the term "solemn old judge" was coined. He certainly is solemn, and it is obvious that he takes no pleasure in the conviction and sentencing of a man who was once his colleague. And yet clearly he had to do his duty as two consecutive life sentences proves.

[@libertybell7145]

Thank you Judge Newman for your great wisdom in handling this case. I saw only the testimony of the Caregiver who told the truth while suffering pain for the family. The only other thing I saw was the 38 minutes of the sentencing and your talking about some history & the jurors as well as offering Alex opportunities to speak which again showed his utter lack of remorse. I shed tears of sorrow when he spoke. I am out of state & knew Nothing of Alex's past history. I have no knowledge of the motive. But the Caregiver's sincerity helped me see his verdict should be guilty because I also watched Alex's face as she was speaking.....I knew he was a liar. Alex absolutely deserves 2 consecutive life sentences. He can not possibly win an appeals case/....or multiple appeals. I feel sorry for his remaining son who has lost his entire family.

[@NoemiGuzman6]

I find it interesting how at the very end of the video the lead prosecutors & defense attorneys are talking and shaking hands and even hugging each other before saying good bye. Very civilized.

[@jeannemarshall392]

I like this judge.

[@corinebeaslebordeaux]

That judge is really good.

[@mthomas3547]

When one person decides that their life is just more important than anyone else's. He now realizes that a life cost him his own, and two lives, cost him twice.

[@deputy3690]

Outstanding Judge.

[@brooklynnedenali1801]

We'll be seeing Buster. Not the last time we see him.

[@lauj888]

Such a sincere, thoughtful Judge, who really summed things up so well in his sentencing speech. Such a tragic case, for all involved, those who lost their lives, and those who were lied to. Also, Alex has to live with those last moments of his Wife and Sons life, and that will be by far the worst part. Justice has been served, but I hope Alex can admit to himself (if he hasn’t already) what he did, and seek forgiveness for it🙏🏼Rest in Peace to Maggie & Paul ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼and also Mallory Beach❤️🙏🏼 and her family and friends🙏🏼

[@barbmurray8557]

I don't get the lack of emotion from the family members

[@rosequartz7841]

Justice!!!!!!!!!!!

[@claudeabrown7746]

Love the Cop behind Alex!!!

[@valerierowlett153]

This Judge is phenomenal.

[@bellestar777]

I love this judge, I know the simple fact that he killed his son has had a impact on this judge who lost his own son not too long before this trial. What he wouldn’t give too have his son back. No parent should ever have to bury their child ever. R.I.P too Judge Newman’s son. So sad and all because this man was so damn selfish and want to distract attention from himself so he kills his wife and son. I believe had it not been for that video and Bubba there wouldn’t of been justice in this case. Bubba catching that chicken placed Alec at the scene.

[@anthonylale1142]

At the end of the day, everyone In that courtroom is going home. Except him.

[@RomanKOZAK-ef1up]

This judge speaks way too slowly for me.....😮

[@celesteprice3928]

... I'm wondering WHO knows where Alex's money is /

[@maryannanderson2213]

Up his nose or into his veins. When you have a serious drug addiction it is easy to run through a TON of money.

[@willleonhardt3827]

He definitely going to make someone a nice girlfriend in prision.

[@AT-kx7nf]

Creightons face as Alex leaves 👌

[@bryanwalker6125]

In view of his drug addiction, the gentle and brilliant judge intimated that Alex was his real self as well as being a "monster". I wonder if he would have been considered mentally unfit to stand trial in some countries.

[@kellymcginnis8631]

Great prosecution and judge. Bravo. Scathing, on the money righteousness. Bye Alex

[@brittneyk0158]

BEST judge EVER! He delivered that reprimand and admonishment like POETRY! Soooooo EPIC! Poor Mags, Paw-Paw and alllllllll the other victims of this stone-cold, monster! They didn’t deserve what he did to them! BUH 👋🏻 MURDERERdaugh! Oh what a tangled web you’ve woven! Now, you’re trapped in it! 🕷️ 🕸️

[@goodkarna]

Judge is a travel agent for guilt trips 👍

[@rosalierich2073]

Great job Judge!!

[@brittneyk0158]

@@goodkarna loved the ride!

[@lissalives1]

Of course he murdered his wife and younger son. Who else had a motive? 🤔 I also respect that deputy standing behind him. His countenance says it all. He nodded his head when the judge sentenced Murdaugh. 👏🏻👍

[@johnmithen3749]

i wish this judge could have handled Waukesha parade trial.

[@barbmurray8557]

As a waukesha resident I think you need to shut up

[@WendyCH23]

I hope if Buster had any part in that one young man's death, they can eventually charge him, too. These Murdaugh men have evil eyes!!!

[@rufangzhao555]

The same judge in the Samantha Josephson case. He is a such wonderful man : Clifton Newman. Wonderful judge

[@MichaelrennieG]

When Alex got up on the stand and agreed with the timeline video that he was there at 8:43pm to 8:49 when the video ended gives Alex a very short window of less then 10 minutes when no doubt Paul was dead when phone shut off at 8:59 for none use and Maggie's phone also confirming they were both dead before 8:59PM there is no way Alex could of fled the property without hearing the loud gun shots impossible

[@kathylong8345]

God Bless Judge Newman

[@robertbolton9450]

His disombodied soul will haunt the prison. Hopfuly good gives him mercy if he prays for it.

[@DailyCheckIn]

Maybe one day he’ll confess. Hopefully

[@libertybell7145]

He will Never confess. It doesn't matter. We can see what he is KNOW he is guilty. That is all that is necessary. I am however, concerned about the SAFETY of the jurors who want to speak about their experiences.

[@misty28882]

AM underestimated the county officials....it's time for this crook to pay for his crimes

[@eyadku22571]

This is a Judge!

[@Applxy354]

How did he leave Buster alive? I can see the motive with Paul but I don't understand why he killed his wife.

[@Henry.Gaming52]

Was it a whole life order?

[@ayeshahardy-shelton2128]

How did his family die?

[@spiritwalker9903]

He murdered them. Guns

[@sylviahernandez4977]

Google 💯

[@samueldiaz6299]

He was the red devil

[@rhensontollhouse]

He blew them away at close range with a shotgun and high powered assault rifle at point blank range in a greedy, selfish opium inspired fit of desperation. His twisted thinking and actions were made clear as day by his murdered son’s video just minutes prior to being murdered. Alex did not know his son had made a video capturing Alex just several minutes prior to the murders. Alex’s own words convicted him, his son Paul guaranteed Alex’s conviction. Tragic poetic justice.

[@trollswelcomedtobeignored]

Ya'll!!!!....check out the way the law enforcement dude with the grey beard directly behind AM to the right side of screen, he is unable to not shake his head yesssss as the lead prosecutor explains that AM is truly an awful human being. 😂😢

[@claudeabrown7746]

Judge Class Act!!

[@sethaost4212]

This is just one of millions. This guy just didn’t get away with it. Rich and powerful you can do anything then you have us poor can barely pay for a week’s food and you got people who play with there money bc they got so much there needs to be a limit on how much one person should haves. It not fair.

[@scottinnh88]

Get a job loser. Life isn't fair go to communist china and see what isn't fair. Alex is a bad guy but his family over the decades were highly educated and served their community. What have you done ?

[@bussa15]

​@Scott F Ah yes, educated people are the only ones who contribute to our society. Brilliant deduction, simpleton.

[@sethaost4212]

Guessing you’re one that plays with there money?

[@celesteprice3928]

Lord have mercy. /

[@Kimmy234L]

The Court Sheriff Deputy (apologies, I'm not sure of his title), the gentleman who has had to keep a close eye in him throughout this trial ....he did something that he's never done on this case... .....(3.27)...he was nodding his head in agreement, when the prosecutor spoke about Alex's arrogant and despicable behaviour in Court, and how he would Stare him Down, whenever he passed him. ....You can see that Alex notices the Court Deputy nodding in his peripheral vision, and shifts his seat.

[@segura9]

Same when the judge handed down the sentence. Hi nodded as well :)

[@Kimmy234L]

@@segura9 I was clapping 👏🏻

[@SonyStark12]

The family secrets will never be fully told and will continue.

[@elainewalker4648]

He will never admit to killing his family but if he had the judge might have had a little pity on his sentencing.

[@markevan1]

Not likely. In any case, confessing at this point would eliminate any chance of winning on appeal, as small as it might be.

[@libertybell7145]

Alex cannot win on appeal. The evidence is massive showing guilt.

[@JasonCannon-th3pc]

That would be pointless as far as sentencing goes. He could have got under the desk for a few mins and it wouldn’t have helped lol

[@michaelconrad4445]

He's a friggin liar, right to the very end. He liked in the beginning or through it, and his final statement is a lie perpetuating his legacy.

[@airons1895]

Find the party (ies) responsible for posting wife and son's autopsy photos and sue them!

[@laurensvibe8464]

They’re posted??

[@brandyleigh3046]

Why is buster back there smiling when judge said life?

[@laurensvibe8464]

I didn’t see him smile.

[@greeneyedsoutherngirl6468]

He didn’t smile. And media said he collapsed outside after this sentencing. His only immediate family member killed his brother and mom.

[@yvelaine]

Fantastic judge .

[@deputy3690]

I would like to see this Judge preside in the Trump cronies trial and sentence them also to life in prison.

[@irenesalness2228]

Hard to see this happen to this man. Regardless of what happened I still pray for this family. God have mercy on this family. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏.

[@robertcamacho6846]

Is that his other son on the left side of the court room with the red hair?

[@GoldSag1]

Yes

[@bonniehall578]

Yes and his brother next to him.

[@bonniehall578]

Can you imagine how, Alex's brother feels and Maggie 's sister as well as Buster? If I was Buster, I think I would start my life over in another place.

[@tomgardner8825]

justice prevails. amazing that he continues to claim his innocense

[@libertybell7145]

People who've done the multitude of things he's done are mentally ill. He is not functioning in a healthy way. The Judge as much as said this when he said (I'm paraphrasing) to Alex, you likely are not the person who did this, but you are the individual who did.

[@sharpthingsinspace9721]

He’s a sociopath, it’s 100% expected that he would claim his innocence.

[@CSHette-nq7nr]

Watch your little gumdrop button in there Alex.

[@violax3467]

I am probably the only one here who also has empathy for Alex Murdaugh because I am trying to understand why he became such a monster. What did he experience in his family of origin, how was he raised to become such a psychopath? I suspect the family had some (huge) psychological issues. Every person/child reacts differently to psychogenic influences. In Alex's case, they seem to have had only a negative, destructive effect. As a psychiatirc nurse I can only guess...

[@laurensvibe8464]

I’m with you!! I just don’t get it.

[@violax3467]

@@laurensvibe8464 Thank you.

[@stephanim2436]

I feel that way with most murderers. I can't wrap my head around it

[@darksoul479]

Why spend a bunch of time and taxpayer money taking him to court for the other crimes when he's never getting out of prison anyway? That seems silly to me.

[@alexaremer]

Because it’s your right to have a trial when accused of a crime.

[@michaelcramerichliebemeinl5150]

"Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive"............." is from that powerfull poem; "Marmion: A Tale of Flodden Field" by Sir Walter Scott

[@lekkerJa]

He can appeal, right?

[@derriusroseburgh1558]

Yeah but it won't matter he still has 99 other cases to deal with

[@lekkerJa]

@@derriusroseburgh1558 What an evil and collapsed soul . He knew what's going on, he's lawyer 🥲

[@derriusroseburgh1558]

@Lekker (=n___n=) yep and I live right here too it's a madhouse

[@thisisme3238]

What's sad is AM continues to claim innocence to this day. The kennel video speaks volumes that he is guilty.

[@rikkifitnessmama]

So victims didn’t want to speak because they think he’s innocent? Shameful

[@libertybell7145]

I think they don't want to speak because they know he's guilty.

[@rikkifitnessmama]

@@libertybell7145 no they were all sitting behind Alex. Even Maggie’s family. They probably just want money. If there’s any left.

[@angelicareal7381]

I honestly think they’re wimps for not wanting to speak regardless of whether money is involved or that they think he’s innocent(which he isn’t.). It’s as if he’s won in a way because they were too scared to confront Alex and tell him how what he did affected them. I hope that they realize this now.

[@rikkifitnessmama]

@@angelicareal7381 a I agree. This was your family that was murdered.

[@marlons4122]

prosecutors team said that the family wont take impact statement because other cases were settlement and conflict of interest too

[@josephohene3362]

If he claims he is innocent, then who committed these crimes and for what particular reason? I still can't get head and tail of it.

[@libertybell7145]

Its simple. Alex is guilty and he cannot bring himself to feel sorry about doing it and has convinced himself he is innocent. Its simple Denial.

[@cesarcueto1995]

Could the judge speak any slower

[@williambranham6249]

Probably, but why should he. I know you were being sarcastic. Each person on earth has their own way of talking. Although everything he said is recorded for the record the judge was very considerate toward those in the courtroom. He wanted to be clear and to be understood.

[@cesarcueto1995]

@@williambranham6249 I had no idea ....

[@cesarcueto1995]

@@williambranham6249 just so you know, speaking slowly does not necessarily mean being understood clearly. One can talk fast and be understood just as well if not better than speaking slowly

[@williambranham6249]

@@cesarcueto1995 I see your point. There is some truth to what you say. I’m speaking from personal experience. I prefer to hear a question or explanation At a reasonable speed. If it is too quick then I will ask for a repeat. A repeat in this case is not possible. The case record is the important result. An interpretation or understanding of the record is another matter. Thanks for giving me your take on this. It was a fascinating trial.

[@cesarcueto1995]

@@williambranham6249 he's old. He speaks slowly. It happens. He needs to retire

[@lekkerJa]

Is this prosecutor called, Waters? Finally, he did a correct and great job 😊

[@markushayes]

Think Judge just wants to make sure his words and gestures are very clear for the Netflix portrayal in a few years.

[@libertybell7145]

Unbelievable comment. This Judge is in no way interested in posing for Netflix. This judge is a very wise man.

[@catbishop206]

"The wheels of justice turn slowly, but grind exceedingly fine." God bless all who were hurt by this monster.

[@libertybell7145]

I agree with everything in this comment, EXCEPT "monster". This term serves NO useful purpose. God will handle Alex....human beings need to Stop judging others.

[@catbishop206]

@LibertyBell thank you. my impression of a man killing his own wife and child, is that he's a monster. I don't use that word for anyone, unless they are convicted killers.

[@joed9491]

When the verdict came back quickly, I was thinking of the Seinfeld finale where Jackie Chiles is in bed with Teri Hatcher and he's telling her they have plenty of time, the jury can be out for days..............then the phone rings.

[@BrooklynMusicForum]

His name is MURDAUGH? As in Murdered Daughter? How'd you not see that coming?!🤣😭

[@carterwake2614]

Yeah sorry this is the worst connection 😂

[@karenwells7354]

Hes not above the law. Justice has been sereved to the victims. But his son killed a girl due to drink driving being incharge of a boat. He got away with it scott free because of who his dad is. Now hes dead too, a very sorry state of affairs all round.

[@angiegilbert9708]

Harpootlian is standing there almost asleep...just like he did during parts of the trial.

[@nineteenfortyeight6762]

"Pau Pau" 🙄

[@lekkerJa]

😂😂

[@ozymandias4988]

Right

[@chancerogers69]

Ikr disgusting

[@gw2424]

He couldn’t even say his proper name, only a pet name that rather than endearing, sounds patronizing and reeks of false feeling.