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Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were shot and killed at the family’s South Carolina property in June 2021. Alex Murdaugh was convicted in 2023. On May 13, 2026, the South Carolina Supreme Court ordered a new trial because of improper external influence on the jury. The court’s opinion and subsequent retrial-assignment order are linked in the court-records section.
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South Carolina. The map provides regional context; individually verified historical places are listed below.
Map sources checked September 14, 2026. 2 individual Odd Stops location pages matched this case.
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See the full case checklist →4147 Moselle Road, Islandton, South Carolina
Maggie and Paul Murdaugh died at the estate's kennels in June 2021. Odd Stops reports that the kennels have since been demolished.
The original structure no longer exists. Present-day land or replacement buildings are not open attractions; no visitor access was verified.
Location history, maps & imagery at Odd Stops ↗Malecon Drive, Beaufort, South Carolina
Mallory Beach died following a 2019 boat crash connected with the Murdaugh case. The bridge location is historical context; no stopping or water access is verified here.
No visitor facilities, legal stopping place, or access beyond public roads have been verified. Respect traffic rules and surrounding property.
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IMDb episode reference connected to the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Listed release: 2026. Cast, credits, and title information; viewing availability is separate.
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The Island Packet · 2021-12-26 · Page A1
A local investigation reviews her will and the family’s legal troubles after the killings.
Opening section of a 2021 report, before the murder trial and later appeals.
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The Island Packet · 2021-09-07 · Page A1
The newspaper reports a statement about leaving the family law firm after the roadside shooting.
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Listen to the episodeLast Podcast On The Left
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released January 16, 2026. About 90 minutes.
Listen to the episodeLast Podcast On The Left
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released January 30, 2026. About 120 minutes.
Listen to the episodeDateline NBC
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released May 19, 2026. About 83 minutes.
Listen to the episodeKiller Psyche
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released July 8, 2025. About 52 minutes.
Listen to the episodeDateline NBC
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released March 7, 2023. About 83 minutes.
Listen to the episodeLast Podcast On The Left
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released January 23, 2026. About 115 minutes.
Listen to the episodeDateline NBC
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released May 14, 2026. About 35 minutes.
Listen to the episodeAlex Murdaugh Murders
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released March 29, 2026. About 30 minutes.
Listen to the episodeImpact of Influence: The Murdaugh Family Murders and Other Cases
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released May 14, 2026. About 41 minutes.
Listen to the episodeMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released February 12, 2026. About 88 minutes.
Listen to the episodeMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released May 18, 2026. About 77 minutes.
Listen to the episodeCrime Analyst
Podcast coverage of the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Released January 8, 2026. About 62 minutes.
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The archive indexes this broadcast under Alex Murdaugh. It may contain several stories; use any available captions or previews to locate the relevant segment. Full playback may be restricted.
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The archive indexes this broadcast under Alex Murdaugh. It may contain several stories; use any available captions or previews to locate the relevant segment. Full playback may be restricted.
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The South Carolina Supreme Court reversed the denial of a new trial because of improper external influence on the jury and remanded for a new trial.
The South Carolina Supreme Court assigned Judge Debra McCaslin to the retrial proceedings following its order for a new trial.
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FilmRise True Crime
The Dark World of Alex Murdaugh | Millionaire Murders
Video from FilmRise True Crime covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 46:35.
Watch on YouTube48 Hours
Stunning development in Alex Murdaugh murder case | 48 Hours
Video from 48 Hours covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 41:32.
Watch on YouTubeAnnie Elise
Alex Murdaugh Case | Murdaugh Family Murders. A Pattern of Greed, Deceit, Murder and Many Red Flags
Video from Annie Elise covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 1:09:34.
Watch on YouTube48 Hours
Inside the double murder trial -- and double life of Alex Murdaugh | Full Episode
Full episode or film as labeled by the publisher from 48 Hours covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 41:33.
Watch on YouTubeCNN
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions & orders new trial
Video from CNN covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 8:39.
Watch on YouTubeFox News
Alex Murdaugh granted NEW TRIAL after court throws out murder convictions
Video from Fox News covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 6:59.
Watch on YouTubeLaw&Crime Network
Alex Murdaugh Murder Case Comeback Takes Dramatic Turn
Video from Law&Crime Network covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 30:20.
Watch on YouTube48 Hours
The Trial of Alex Murdaugh | Full Episode
Full episode or film as labeled by the publisher from 48 Hours covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 41:26.
Watch on YouTubeNancy Grace
ALEX MURDAUGH BOMBSHELL: "STRANGER MALE" DNA UNDER MAGGIE'S NAILS?
Video from Nancy Grace covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 52:34.
Watch on YouTubeCrime Junkie
A Father’s Fatal Facade: The Full Breakdown of the Murdaugh Murders
Video from Crime Junkie covering the Maggie & Paul Murdaugh case. Length: 56:14.
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