Both Menendez brothers denied parole
A California parole board has denied parole for Lyle Menendez, who was convicted alongside his brother of murdering their parents in 1989. The parole board also denied Erik Menendez parole Thursday.
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2 developments- Aug 21, 2025Only center coverage:After decades in prison, Erik and Lyle Menendez finally get parole hearings. But their fight for release may not be over
- Aug 22, 2025Lyle Menendez denied parole a day after his brother’s bid was rejected. Here’s what’s next for the brothers.
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Quiet for 404 daysLast development · Aug 22, 2025 — Lyle Menendez denied parole a day after his brother’s bid was rejected. Here’s what’s next for the brothers.
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