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Gavin Smith Sentenced to Life | Charleston News
Twenty-two-year-old Gavin Smith is sentenced to life in prison plus 80 years after pleading guilty to murdering his mother, stepfather, and two brothers in 2020 — a case that’s dragged on for nearly six years. Convicted in 2022, he avoided retrial thanks to a plea deal, ending years of legal battles for prosecutors who now expect he’ll never walk free. Though eligible for parole in 15 years, authorities are confident he’ll remain locked up. His final placement will be decided by the state corrections board, bringing a definitive close to a harrowing chapter for all involved. Listen in…
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