Alex Murdaugh

ABOUT ALEX MURDAUGH

Criminal found guilty of murdering his wife and son in 2021 and financial crimes regarding his law firm. It was discovered that he had hired a man to kill him for the purpose of life insurance fraud in 2021 as well. He faced additional charges related to the misappropriation of company funds.

The murders of his wife and son were discovered on June 7, 2021.

He was convicted of double murder officially in March 2023. The investigation into the murders faced criticism over the handling of the crime scene and collection of evidence.

His wife's name was Margaret. Their son's name was Paul.

He was portrayed by Bill Pullman in a Lifetime movie.