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Was the Murderer a Stranger or Someone Close to Home?

October 08, 2025 / 00:34

This episode covers the murder of Maggie and Paul Murdoch, the investigation details, and the implications surrounding Alec Murdoch.

On June 7th, 2021, Alec Murdoch called 911 after discovering his wife Maggie and son Paul shot at their South Carolina estate. The police found Paul's body near the feed room and Maggie's body 30 feet away.

Investigators noted that two different weapons were used in the shooting, raising questions about the identity of the shooter. The episode discusses the initial response from law enforcement and the unfolding investigation.

The narrative highlights the complexities of the case, including the Murdoch family's background and the potential motives behind the killings.

Listeners are left to ponder whether the shooter was a stranger or someone from within the family circle.

TLDR

Alec Murdoch's family faces tragedy as his wife and son are murdered, raising questions about the investigation and potential suspects.

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At 10:07 p.m. on June 7th, 2021, Alec Murdoch dialed 911 in a panic. His wife Maggie and his son Paul had been shot

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near the dog kennels of their South Carolina estate. And when police arrived, they found Paul's body near the

00:00:14

feed room. His phone was neatly placed on top of his shorts, and Maggie's body was 30 ft away with multiple gunshot

00:00:21

wounds. Now, shell casings revealed not one, but two different weapons were used. And from the start, investigators

00:00:27

had to ask, was this the work of a stranger or someone much closer to home?

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Episode Highlights

A Tragic Discovery
Alec Murdoch calls 911 after his wife and son are found shot near their estate.
“His wife and son had been shot near the dog kennels.”
@ 00m 03s
October 08, 2025
The Crime Scene
Police discover the bodies of Paul and Maggie Murdoch, revealing shocking details.
“Two different weapons were used in the attack.”
@ 00m 23s
October 08, 2025

Episode Quotes

Was this the work of a stranger or someone much closer to home?
Was the Murderer a Stranger or Someone Close to Home?

Key Moments

911 Call00:03
Crime Scene00:12
Investigation Begins00:27