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Yahoo
3 hours ago
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Erik Menendez's Grave Illness Should Lead to Immediate Furlough, Family Says
Erik Menendez's Grave Illness Should Lead to Immediate Furlough, Family Says originally appeared on L.A. Mag. Erik Menendez, 54, is in the hospital and has been diagnosed with a serious medical condition, his family and attorney confirmed, and should be immediately furloughed rather than wait for a state parole board hearing scheduled for him and his older brother Lyle, 57, next month. Mark Geragos, who has spent years battling to get the Menendez brothers released based on new evidence that calls their 1989 conviction and life sentence into question, said Erik's health condition should lead to an immediate furlough. In May, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Jessic resentenced the brothers last week to 50 years to life in prison, which makes them eligible for parole at hearings currently scheduled for August 21 and 22. Earlier this month, a second Superior Court Judge, William Ryan, ordered Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman to explain why exculpatory evidence was kept from the jury in the second trial of Erik and Lyle Menendez regarding their claims of sexual abuse. Ryan ruled that two new pieces of evidence would, more likely than not, have changed the outcome of their convictions - a letter from Erik Menendez to his cousin Andy Cano, which the defense "allege corroborates Cano's testimony and the sexual abuse allegations," the brothers made at trial. The second piece of new evidence is a declaration from Roy Rossello, a member of the band Menudo who says he was raped by José governor discussed the case Sunday with "Monsters" dramatic series creator Ryan Murphy on his podcast, "This is Gavin Newsom," saying he would decide by Labor Day on whether to release the brothers after more than 35 years behind bars. Evidence presented to Jesic portrayed the brothers as having participated in extensive rehabilitation efforts.[Geragos is the co-owner of Engine Vision Media, the parent company of Los Angeles] This story was originally reported by L.A. Mag on Jul 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
5 hours ago
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Erik Menendez in hospital, diagnosed with serious medical condition: Family
Erik Menendez, 54, is in the hospital and has been diagnosed with a serious medical condition, his family confirmed to ABC News. The condition has not been disclosed. Erik and Lyle Menendez were resentenced in May to 50 years to life in prison, which makes them eligible for parole -- the latest step in a yearslong battle for the brothers trying to get released after 35 years behind bars. MORE: Menendez brothers timeline: From the 1989 murders to their new fight for freedom The brothers have a parole hearing on Aug. 21. His attorney, Mark Geragos, appeared on TMZ calling for Erik Menendez's immediate release. "It's a serious condition," Geragos told TMZ. "I just think he should be parole furloughed, I think is the proper term, and he could be medically furloughed in advance of the hearing so that he can work with the parole attorney and get up to speed and be ready and do it and give it his best shot. I think that it's the only fair and equitable thing to do," he said. Erik and Lyle Menendez were initially sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for the 1989 murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman has fought against their release, calling the brothers' claims of self-defense part of a litany of "lies." But the brothers have the support of over 20 family members in their efforts to be freed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
12 hours ago
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Infamous Killer Suffering 'Serious Medical Condition' Ahead of Parole Hearing
Infamous Killer Suffering 'Serious Medical Condition' Ahead of Parole Hearing originally appeared on Parade. Erik Menendez is facing more challenges ahead of his upcoming parole hearing, and this time, it's regarding his health. The 54-year-old, who along with his brother Lyle Menendez, was convicted for the 1989 murders of their parents, is now dealing with a "serious" medical issue, according to his attorney, Mark Geragos. As the Menendez brothers await their parole hearing on August 22, Geragos is advocating for Erik's immediate release from prison, citing his apparent health struggles. 'I don't want to let the cat out of the bag,' Geragos told TMZ on Tuesday, July 22. 'Erik is having a serious medical condition right now.' While he declined to provide further details, citing confidentiality, Geragos emphasized the severity of the situation. 'It's a serious condition,' he said, adding that Erik needs to be out of prison to focus on his upcoming parole hearing. 'If there was ever anybody who should be furloughed, especially right now, a month before the hearing, it's Erik,' Geragos stated, calling on California Governor Gavin Newsom to help. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬While Erik's exact medical condition is unknown, when asked if it was potentially life-threatening, Geragos expressed hope, saying, 'Hopefully not.' As of now, both Erik's attorney and his wife, Tammi Menendez, have not provided additional information regarding his health condition. The Menendez brothers have so far served 35 years in prison, with their initial life sentences reduced in May. Now, they face eligibility for parole as a judge previously found that they were no longer an "unreasonable risk," so society, prompting the reduction. The board's decision in August will determine if the brothers are ready for release. Erik and Lyle, 57, were arrested in 1990 for the brutal murders of Mary Louise 'Kitty' and Jose Menendez. The brothers, then aged 18 and 21, shot their parents in the family's Beverly Hills home on August 20, 1989. Initially, the deaths were believed to be the result of a robbery gone wrong, but after months of investigation, the brothers were arrested. During their trial, the Menendez brothers claimed that they killed their parents in self-defense after years of physical and sexual abuse. In 1996, they were convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Infamous Killer Suffering 'Serious Medical Condition' Ahead of Parole Hearing first appeared on Parade on Jul 22, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
14 hours ago
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Erik Menendez hospitalized with ‘serious condition,' may not return to prison
Convicted killer Erik Menendez is in the hospital after being diagnosed with a serious medical condition, his family said Tuesday. Menendez has reportedly been undergoing treatment for kidney stones at an outside medical facility since Friday, according to TMZ. Sources told the outlet that California Gov. Gavin Newsom is currently reviewing the change in medical status to determine if a 'prison furlough' is appropriate. Menendez's attorney Mark Geragos said the condition is so serious that he's calling for his client's immediate release ahead of a parole hearing next month. 'I just think he should be parole furloughed,' Geragos told TMZ. 'He could be medically furloughed in advance of the hearing so that he can work with the parole attorney and get up to speed and be ready and do it and give it his best shot. I think that it's the only fair and equitable thing to do.' Menendez, 54, and brother Lyle Menendez, 57, were initially sentenced to life without the possibility for parole after two high-profile trials for the 1989 murder of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, at their Beverly Hills, California, home. The brothers said they feared for their lives following years of sexual abuse by their father, who they allege threatened to kill them if they revealed the abuse. After serving 35 years behind bars, a judge in May reduced the brothers' sentences to 50 years to life. Under California state law, they became immediately eligible for release because they committed the crime when they were under the age of 26. A parole hearing is scheduled for Aug. 21 and 22, though the process could be expedited for Erik Menendez, depending on what the governor decides about his medical condition. It's unclear how long a furlough would last, though it could mean Menendez would not return to prison given that the hearing is only a month away. During their resentencing, Judge Michael Jesic said he was impressed with the brothers' behavior while behind bars at the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego. 'Life without parole gives an inmate no hope, no reason to do anything good,' Jesic said. 'I give them a lot of credit. It's remarkable what they did when they had no hope of getting out.' Newsom previously indicted he was open to granting the brothers clemency, but wouldn't make a decision until after the parole hearing is complete. _____
Fox News
14 hours ago
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Erik Menendez hospitalized with kidney stones as attorney demands release before parole decision
Erik Menendez, one of two Beverly Hills brothers convicted of killing their parents decades ago, has been hospitalized, according to media reports. Menendez was undergoing treatment for kidney stones, TMZ reported on Tuesday. His attorney is now calling for him to be released ahead of an August parole hearing. "It's a serious condition," attorney Mark Geragos told TMZ. "I just think he should be parole furloughed, I think is the proper term, and he could be medically furloughed in advance of the hearing so that he can work with the parole attorney and get up to speed and be ready and do it and give it his best shot. I think that it's the only fair and equitable thing to do." Fox News Digital has reached out to Geragos. Erik and his brother Lyle Menendez were sentenced to 50 years to life in prison for the 1989 murders of their parents – Jose and Mary "Kitty" Menendez – in their Beverly Hills mansion. The brothers initially claimed intruders broke into the home and killed their parents. They later described their actions as self-defense after their parents allegedly physically and sexually abused them for years. The case received renewed attention last year when Netflix released a series and a documentary about the killings. Fans rallied around the brothers and called for their release. Their parole hearing is scheduled for Aug. 21 and 22. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has the final say, said he plans to make a decision on whether the brothers are suitable for parole by Labor Day if they are recommended for release.
