Erik Menendez denied parole, Lyle Menendez awaits Friday decision
Erik Menendez was denied parole during his first hearing on Thursday, 36 years after he and his brother murdered their parents.
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Erik Menendez was denied parole during his first hearing on Thursday, 36 years after killing his parents with his brother Lyle. The nearly 10-hour online hearing was held from San Diego prison. The parole board decided he can apply again in three years.
The denial was based on his prison behavior, including drug smuggling and illegal phone use, rather than the crime itself. Erik claimed he shot his mother because she had betrayed him by knowing about his father's alleged sexual abuse. However, the board determined he still poses a risk to public safety.
Despite family support, the District Attorney opposed his release, arguing the brothers haven't shown complete rehabilitation. Lyle's parole hearing is scheduled for Friday.
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