Susan Smith Parole Hearing Scheduled for November

Susan Smith, convicted for the 1994 murders of her two sons, is set for a parole hearing on November 20, 2024, after becoming eligible for parole on November 4. Smith, serving a life sentence, gained notoriety after falsely claiming her children were abducted by a Black man before confessing to drowning them in a lake. Her case has seen renewed media attention as it marks the 30th anniversary of the crime. Recently, Smith faced disciplinary action for contacting a documentary filmmaker, in violation of prison regulations, which has raised concerns about her eligibility for parole. Her ex-husband, David Smith, plans to attend the hearing to argue against her release, stating it would be unjust to their deceased children. Following the hearing, a press conference is anticipated to address the public and media interest surrounding the case.