Prosecutor John Meadors delivers rebuttal to Alex Murdaugh defense

Alex Murdaugh's defense team got its final chance to make their case that their client could not have committed the heinous murders of his wife and adult son.

Before that happened, however, a juror was removed from the trial. According to Judge Clifton Newman, the juror had been making comments to a few people in the public about the case, and that conversation was recorded. The juror was confronted about the recording and Newman announced the juror would no longer be on the case.

The defense made their closing arguments a day after the prosecution had its turn trying to convince the jury that Murdaugh was the sole person responsible for the killings. Prosecutor Creighton Waters spent a total of three hours saying Murdaugh was a habitual liar who didn't tell the truth in his legal practice or when it mattered the most--the night of the murders. Waters reiterated that Murdaugh had been caught lying about when he last saw his wife and son alive, and Waters added he only came clean when he knew he'd be caught.

Defense attorney Jim Griffin, who's known Murdaugh for many years, spoke to jurors on the defendant's behalf.

Prosecutors are now giving a short rebuttal. After that's done, then the judge will charge the jury. At that point, Murdaugh's fate will be in their hands as they begin deliberations.

Murdaugh, 54, is accused of killing his wife Maggie and son Paul at the family's Moselle estate back in June of 2021. Prosecutors say he's the sole person responsible while the defense says the state never seriously looked for any other potential witnesses. #Murdaugh #AlexMurdaugh

[terryedwards]

Finally! This prosecutor said what I’ve been waiting to hear all along. Alex loved himself more than anyone !
So true.

[twyscape]

This rebuttal was one of the best I have ever heard. What a lawyer to have on your team. They really did save the best till the last. Wow!

[betsy]

This was absolutely captivating. Meadors wrapped it up and put a bow on it and brought it home. He deserves more credit! WELL DONE!

[lly]

As a 25 year trial attorney, Mr Meadors has given the best argument I’ve ever seen. Watch and learn young lawyers. I am.

[j.d.simpson]

This was an absolute work of art. He proved beyond ALL DOUBT.

[westernhemisphere]

I've been watching cases for over 30 years and this is literally one of the best closing argument I've ever heard. This man is passionate and brilliant

[Munsy]

Mr Meaders took us to church and brought a revival of Justice!!! I could listen to this man for hours!!! He is amazing!! ❤

[ClassFamiliesOnly]

John Meadors is everything Alex Murdaugh wishes he could be in the courtroom.

[andreasmodugno]

Masterclass in murder trial lawyering... HE is the reason there wasn't a hung jury and HE is the reason the jury came back so very quickly with their guilty on all counts verdict. That and the fact that the defense attorney who gave the defense summary was absolutely AWFUL. John Meadors is a superstar.

[azinone]

This is my 5th time listening to Mr. Meador's rebuttal...reminds me of Matthew McConaughey's closing in "A Time To Kill" - same chills, like a movie.

A master class. Bravo, sir.

[karengauthier]

Both of these prosecutors and this judge were all: MEN OF VALOR AND INTEGRITY!!! There’s MANY years of experience amongst them-and it shows!! Well done gentleman, well done!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[smargo]

5:07. When he stooped down and said to a juror ‘listen to me please’. Priceless. Demand respect!!

[zoer]

This guy is fantastic. He's speaking to all of the things that have been bugging me about the actions of Alex Murdaugh. It's just common sense observations. Common sense points the finger at the killer.

[SS]

He's retired and came back just to help with this case because he wanted justice! Great guy.

[Sharon-mnfb]

The little detective solved his own murder... 🙏RIP Maggie and Paul

[Willthethrill-]

He never received the credit he deserved. He was masterful. Textbook. I've also watched and analyzed cases forever. This is untouchable. Slam dunk

[mango]

Now this is a (real) talented attorney. He closed this case. He painted the picture of this crime and the events surrounding it. He didn't spend hours on things that weren't important. He had a theme and told a story surrounding the theme and, IMO, John Meadors won this case with his closing argument. Great Job!

[thomryan]

At first I was wondering where he was going with this rebuttal, and then he proceeded to astound me. Pure genius. This prosecution team has been absolutely phenomenal. And this judge is a true gentleman. I got to say, of all the cases I've watched over time, this one was by far one of the most captivating. If the jury doesn't come back with a Guilty, then I will be beyond flummoxed.

Oh yeah, and wasn't there testimony that Alex called his wife and insisted she come to the kennels? Didn't her friend testify that Maggie told here she didn't want to go the kennels, but Alex was damn near demanding that she did? If that's the case, then Murder 1 is what he's allegedly guilty of. What were the odds Alex insisted she go to the kennels, and that same day she and their youngest son are murdered there?

I don't know y'all. This ain't looking good for Alex M....nope...sure ain't.

[bobbyswain]

ive watched this closing about 5 get enough of it. Brilliant job sir

[Jmblad]

Love this John Meadors for his "keeping it real" closing statements. He's the real deal and love his realization that our greatest power in life is in each one's power to choose to do the right or wrong thing when it comes to how we relate to other living beings. Bravo Counselor.