Menendez Brothers' Parole Denied Following Controversial Audio Release
The unexpected release of Erik Menendez's parole hearing audio has caused family outrage as both brothers were denied parole.
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The Menendez brothers' parole hearings became controversial when Erik's hearing audio was unexpectedly published online by ABC 7. The family strongly objected to this release, calling it disgusting and a violation of privacy.
Erik, 54, discussed the 1989 murders during his hearing, explaining that he killed his parents because he feared continued sexual abuse from his father. He described seeing his parents as one threat and said he lacked proper moral guidance growing up. Both Erik and Lyle were ultimately denied parole by the board.
Their attorney plans to seal the hearing transcripts and criticized the audio release as turning the proceedings into a public spectacle. The brothers' only remaining hope for freedom may be clemency from the governor.
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