Susan Smith's Parole Request Rejected

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Susan Smith denied parole

WSPA 7News

Nov 20, 2024

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Susan Smith's parole denied for child murders

  1. In 1994, Susan Smith made national headlines when she killed her two sons, 3-year-old Michael and 14-month-old Alexander, by rolling her car into a lake with them inside. Initially, she claimed they were kidnapped, but confessed nine days later.
  2. Susan Smith became eligible for parole, but the parole board unanimously denied her request. Her ex-husband, David Smith, pleaded with the board to keep her in prison, citing the emotional damage caused by her actions.
  3. David Smith expressed that the 30-year sentence was insufficient for the loss of his sons, equating it to only 15 years per child. He emphasized the lasting impact of the tragedy on himself, his family, and the community.
  4. During the parole hearing, Susan Smith cried and expressed regret, stating she loved her sons and wished she could change the past. However, her ex-husband noted she has never shown genuine remorse over the years.
  5. The parole board questioned Susan Smith's behavior in prison, implying doubts about her ability to follow rules if released. This contributed to their decision to deny her parole.

Susan Smith denied parole again

  1. Susan Smith, a Union County woman, was denied parole by a parole board. She is known for the 1994 incident where she drove her car into a lake, resulting in the deaths of her children, Michael and Alexander.
  2. Smith expressed that she has learned from her mistakes and had not committed any infractions for ten years prior to her last one, indicating personal growth and a desire to stop making poor decisions.
  3. More than ten people spoke against granting her parole, echoing sentiments from 30 years ago, arguing that her punishment is not yet complete and that her release would not bring peace to the victims' families.
  4. The parole board unanimously denied Smith's parole request, but she will be eligible to apply again in 2026, as she is eligible for parole every two years.
  5. Smith is currently incarcerated at the Lee Correctional Institution in Greenwood, and the decision to deny parole has sparked reactions from the public.