Summary
Lyle Menendez was denied parole by a board that also rejected his brother Erik's appeal. Both brothers are serving life sentences for killing their parents in 1989. The board cited Lyle's misbehavior in prison and ongoing anti-social traits as reasons for the denial.
Key Facts
- Lyle and Erik Menendez were convicted in 1996 for killing their parents in 1989.
- The parole board denied Lyle parole for three more years due to misbehavior in prison.
- Erik Menendez was also denied parole recently for similar reasons.
- Lyle discussed abuse by his parents during his parole hearing.
- He took responsibility for the murders, expressing remorse and apologizing to his family.
- A judge reduced their sentences in May, making them eligible for parole.
- Lyle described being physically and sexually abused by his parents.
- Both brothers were accused of killing their parents to inherit a large fortune.
