Extra: The Murdaugh Trial And America’s Fascination With True Crime

On Friday, Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life in prison for killing his wife and son.

The case captivated Americans and served as a reminder of how fascinated our society is with true crime stories.

Just hours before the guilty verdict was handed out, attorney and Outnumbered co-host Emily Compagno joined the Rundown’s Lisa Brady to break down the weaknesses in Murdaugh’s defense and why she believed this trial gripped the nation for weeks.

Compagno also discussed being the host of the new “Fox True Crime Podcast” and how she wants to use it to honor the victims of violent crime and give credit to the investigators who devote so much of their time to finding justice.

Due to time limitations, we could not include all of the discussion in our original segment. On the FOX News Rundown Extra, you will hear our entire interview with Outnumbered co-host Emily Compagno and learn more about her take the on Murdaugh case, and her new podcast.