![Shock twist in Alex Murdaugh murder trial after jury upset just before closing arguments set to begin [Video]](https://usanewsvideo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mp_228283_0_ASMURDAUGHJURYOPjpg-1200x675.jpg)
A JUROR has been removed and replaced in the Alex Murdaugh murder trial.
The juror, a woman identified as Juror No. 785, had improper discussions about the case with someone not affiliated with the trial, according to Circuit Court Judge Clifton Newman, who is overseeing the case.
The jury was about to hear closing arguments from Murdaugh’s defense team when Newman removed the juror.
Murdaugh, a former personal injury lawyer in South Carolina, stands accused of murdering his wife and son.
The state alleges that Murdaugh, 54, killed his wife and son to gain sympathy and cover up financial crimes.
They both died on June 7, 2021.
The case has captured national attention, placing a spotlight on …
![Hyundai and Kia reach lawsuit settlement over thefts [Video]](https://usanewsvideo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mp_360669_0_f5fea3c2912044eca14b8d03fc2c08fb1140x641jpg.jpg)
![Chicago is required to have a chief administrative officer; it hasnt for decades [Video]](https://usanewsvideo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mp_265249_0_90-1200x685.jpg)
![Suspect charged with threatening to kill president, other crimes after White House truck crash [Video]](https://usanewsvideo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mp_359759_0_9a4034ea5371042623b3a441664e183d.jpg)
