Murdaugh is already serving two life sentences for murdering his wife and son.
Alex Murdaugh stands next to the witness booth during a break in his murder trial at the Colleton County Courthouse on Feb. 23, 2023, in Walterboro, S.C.murder of his wife and child"I've never seen this type of conduct, a massive fraud over many years," U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel said during the sentencing hearing, according to WCIV.
"Alex Murdaugh's financial crimes were extensive, brazen, and callous," U.S. Attorney Adair F. Boroughs previously said in a press release. "He stole indiscriminately from his clients, from his law firm, and from others who trusted him. Alex Murdaugh stands next to the witness booth during a break in his murder trial at the Colleton County Courthouse on Feb. 23, 2023, in Walterboro, S.C.He has also pleaded guilty to state charges for fraud, and was sentenced to 27 years in prison.
"The scope and pervasiveness of Murdaugh's deceit is staggering," it continues. "He ranks as one of the most prolific fraudsters this state has ever seen. When the house of cards began to fall, Murdaugh murdered his wife and son."Gergel chose to sentence Murdaugh even more harshly than prosecutors suggested because he chose to steal from "the most needy, vulnerable people" who sought out his personal injury firm for help.
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