Menendez Brothers' Case
The Menendez brothers, convicted of murdering their parents, claim they were victims of abuse and acted in self-defense due to years of sexual and physical abuse by their father. A new documentary challenges the media's portrayal of the case, suggesting they were not heartless criminals but abuse victims.
Key Points
- Brothers claim they were victims of abuse and acted in self-defense
- New documentary challenges media's portrayal of the case
- Limited testimony about claims of sexual abuse during the trial
- Courting seeking to overturn convictions based on new evidence
Pros
- Brings attention to the possibility of abuse victims acting out in self-defense
Cons
- Tragic loss of life