UPDATE: Robert Durst was sentenced to life in jail on Thursday,Oct 14, a representative for the Los Angeles District Attorney validates to E!News The sentencing comes one month after he was condemned of killing reporter Susan Berman more than 20 years back.
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Robert Durst has actually been founded guilty of killing Susan Berman in 2000.
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gasc ón revealed that a jury discovered the 78- year-old realty successor guilty of the first-degree murder of Berman, his previous long time pal and confidante.
“The jury’s decision demonstrates how our legal system can work to hold accountable people regardless of their wealth and status in life,” Gasc ón stated. “I want to commend our prosecution team and investigators for their diligent work to ultimately bring justice for those who have been waiting more than 20 years.”
During the trial, district attorneys stated Durst shot Berman in her Los Angeles house on the night ofDec 23, 2000.
Prior to her death, Berman apparently meant to consult with New York private investigators about the disappearance of Durst’s other half, Kathie, who went missing out on in 1982 and has yet to be discovered. According to district attorneys, she wished to admit to offering Durst an incorrect alibi.
Durst initially went on trial in March 2020, however procedures were given a grinding stop when the coronavirus pandemic started. After a 14- month break, the jury went back to the Los Angeles court house in May to resume procedures.
