Making a murderer news
You're referring to the popular true crime podcast "Last Podcast on the Left" and their coverage of the Michelle Carter texting suicide case, also known as the "Making a Murderer" case. Here are some recent news updates:
Michelle Carter's Appeal Denied: In August 2020, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court denied Michelle Carter's appeal, upholding her conviction for involuntary manslaughter in the 2014 suicide of her boyfriend, Conrad Roy III.
Conrad Roy's Family Files Lawsuit: In October 2020, Conrad Roy's family filed a lawsuit against Michelle Carter, alleging that she was responsible for his death and seeking damages for their emotional distress.
Michelle Carter's Sentence: Michelle Carter was sentenced to 15 months in prison in 2017, with 11 months suspended, for her role in Conrad Roy's death. She was released from prison in February 2020 after serving her sentence.
New Developments: In recent years, new evidence has come to light that has raised questions about the case. In 2020, it was revealed that Michelle Carter had sent a series of text messages to Conrad Roy's mother, Lynn Roy, in which she claimed that she had been manipulated by Conrad into staying with him despite his suicidal tendencies. These messages have been cited as evidence that Michelle Carter was not as culpable as previously thought.
Public Opinion: The case has sparked intense public debate and controversy, with many arguing that Michelle Carter was responsible for Conrad Roy's death and others believing that she was a victim of circumstance. The case has also raised questions about the role of technology in facilitating suicide and the responsibility of individuals in preventing suicide.
Overall, the Michelle Carter case remains a highly controversial and complex issue, with many still debating the extent of her culpability in Conrad Roy's death.