A new Fox Nation documentary sheds light on the controversial Alex Murdaugh murder trial, featuring interviews with two jurors who have expressed doubts about the guilty verdict.

As reported by the Daily Mail, the documentary "Fall of the House of Murdaugh" presents sensational claims that could potentially impact the case's outcome.

The documentary, hosted by Fox News anchor Martha MacCallum, features interviews with Myra Crosby, known as the 'egg juror', and Mandy Pearce, identified as 'juror Z.'

These jurors provide unprecedented insights into the trial proceedings and the deliberation process, raising questions about potential jury tampering and external influences on the verdict.

Jurors' Concerns Over Evidence And External Influences

Mandy Pearce, the sole juror who claims her guilty verdict was influenced by court clerk Becky Hill, expressed doubts stemming from the lack of a murder weapon.

She voiced concerns about the prosecution's approach, stating that "they had in their minds he was guilty" and "didn't try to look for anybody else."

Pearce's allegations regarding Hill's conduct are particularly troubling. She claims that Hill made it seem like Murdaugh was already guilty and interacted with jurors in ways that Pearce later learned were improper. These claims have led to an investigation and Hill's departure from her position.

Myra Crosby, who was removed from the jury panel during the trial, also shared her experiences. She described feeling targeted and expressed doubts about the strength of the evidence against Murdaugh.

Crosby stated, "I had a real hard time because there wasn't more evidence saying, 'Okay, you did it'; there was a lot of 'what ifs' and 'possibly.'"

Potential Implications For Murdaugh's Case

The revelations from these jurors could have significant implications for Murdaugh's case. Recently, the South Carolina Supreme Court agreed to consider whether Hill interfered in the trial and if her actions influenced the jury's decision. This development opens the possibility of a retrial for Murdaugh.

However, it's important to note that even if Murdaugh is granted a new murder trial, he is still serving a 40-year sentence for financial crimes. This sentence runs concurrently with a 27-year sentence for separate state fraud convictions.

Trial Background And Key Evidence

The documentary also revisits the key elements of the trial that led to Murdaugh's conviction. Murdaugh was found guilty of murdering his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, on their family estate in 2021.

The prosecution's case heavily relied on cell phone evidence that placed Murdaugh at the crime scene near the time of the murders, contradicting his initial alibi.

The murders shocked South Carolina, where the Murdaugh family was well-known as a political and legal dynasty. Members of the family had served as solicitor and district attorney for the Low Country region for 85 consecutive years. The trial lasted six weeks and captivated national attention due to the family's prominence and the brutal nature of the crimes.