FACT CHECK: Alex Murdaugh’s Alleged ‘Secret Cellmate Confession’ Goes Viral—But Experts Say It’s a Hoax
A shocking story claiming that Alex Murdaugh confessed to his cellmate about hidden evidence in the double murder of his wife and son is circulating wildly on social media, with some posts garnering over 500,000 shares. The viral rumor alleges that a newly released inmate recorded Murdaugh admitting to planting a shotgun at the scene of the 2021 killings. However, a joint investigation by law enforcement and prison officials confirms this is completely fake. No such confession exists, the alleged cellmate has not been identified, and the audio clip being shared is a deepfake using processed voice samples from Murdaugh’s past court hearings. Real vs. fake: This is fake news, likely manufactured to exploit public fascination with the case. Stick to verified courtroom transcripts and official affidavits for the truth.