Here's what they're saying on social media about the Alex Murdaugh murder trial
One of the biggest trials in South Carolina history, the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial, is beginning to unfold in Walterboro.
That double murder trial at the Colleton County Courthouse will be the biggest televised public attraction in that county since the motion pictures Radio and Forest Gump were filmed there decades ago. Public officials continue to brace for crowds of journalists, legal personnel and spectators.
With the nation's attention focused on the happenings in Walterboro, "The front porch of the Lowcountry," here are some notable posts, tweets and takes about the trial. Check back for updates.
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From the scene at Colleton County Courthouse
Welcome to the Alex Murdaugh trial. There are food trucks. pic.twitter.com/GMWJucFjL8
— Jeffrey Collins (@JSCollinsAP) January 23, 2023
Television pundits and personalities from Nancy Grace to Cathy Russon weigh in
Hello from Walterboro, South Carolina. pic.twitter.com/heNmvm5m8m
— Dianne Gallagher (@DianneG) January 23, 2023
JURY SELECTION Underway in Murdaugh Murder Trial: Streaming NOW on @foxnation https://t.co/xD30uDXZR1 pic.twitter.com/jHQmvM140B
— Nancy Grace (@NancyGrace) January 25, 2023
WATCH: #AlexMurdaugh's reaction as his attorney argues against the theory that he killed his wife and son because he knew everyone was about to find out about his financial crimes. pic.twitter.com/dopiOIB8IG
— Cathy Russon (@cathyrusson) January 24, 2023
For many in the South Carolina Lowcountry -- the Alex Murdaugh trial is about so much more than just him and his family. pic.twitter.com/6BFZYQRJPV
— Brian Entin (@BrianEntin) January 24, 2023
What did Harpootlian take out of his hands? Interesting interaction between #AlexMurdaugh attorney Dick Harpootlian and atty representing boat crash victim inside the courtroom. (Note: I edited the video to show the interaction as the camera switched between witness & gallery) pic.twitter.com/MpWc0Plmwr
— Cathy Russon (@cathyrusson) January 24, 2023
Murdaugh Murders podcaster Mandy Matney keeps people in the loop
We’re recording at home this morning before we leave for Walterboro and Luna is very happy about that 💗💗
Jury selection resumes at 11 am today. Opening statements are expected this afternoon.
Podcast will be out LATE today. Stay tuned and stay in the sunlight ☀️☀️ pic.twitter.com/UvUfGA37P7— Mandy Matney (@MandyMatney) January 25, 2023
Alex Murdaugh trial: Prosecution got a win in the pre-trial motions this afternoon when Judge Newman allowed ballistics expert Paul Green to testify.
Court is in recess until tomorrow at 11 a.m.— Mandy Matney (@MandyMatney) January 24, 2023
Alex Murdaugh trial: Prosecution got a win in the pre-trial motions this afternoon when Judge Newman allowed ballistics expert Paul Green to testify.
Court is in recess until tomorrow at 11 a.m.— Mandy Matney (@MandyMatney) January 24, 2023
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Murdaugh trial: People weigh in on Facebook, Twitter about SC trial
