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Alex Murdaugh cites unknown male DNA in bid for new testing
By Chris Williams at FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues to challenge his murder case.
Why this matters in Westlake News
The defense team's request for independent DNA testing in the Alex Murdaugh case raises questions about the reliability of forensic evidence in high-profile trials. For residents of West Lake Hills , this case may seem distant, but the implications of potentially flawed DNA testing could have local repercussions. In Travis County, where West Lake Hills is located, law enforcement agencies rely on forensic evidence to build cases against suspects. If independent testing can uncover unknown male DNA in the Murdaugh case, it begs the question of whether similar oversights could occur in local investigations. As the Murdaugh case continues to unfold, West Lake Hills residents may want to pay attention to how the court rules on the defense team's motions, particularly with regards to independent DNA testing, and consider how this could impact the handling of forensic evidence in local trials.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
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