Kim Kardashian has said Erik and Lyle Menendez have been “granted a second chance at life” after Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón called for them to be resentenced. The Menendez brothers, who are serving life sentences for the 1989 murders of their parents, José and Kitty , have been back in the public eye following the release of Ryan Murphy ’s Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story . In a statement posted to her Instagram Stories , Kardashian, 44, said: “The Menendez brothers were granted a second chance at life and will wake up tomorrow finally eligible for a parole hearing.
They could be released in as early as six months. “Thank you, George Gascón, for revisiting the Menendez brothers’ case and righting a significant wrong. Your commitment to truth and fairness is commendable.
“To the brothers’ family, friends, and the millions who have been vocal supporters – your voices were heard. The media’s foucs, especially on the heels of Ryan Murphy’s TV show, helped expose the abuse and injustices in their case. “Society’s understanding of child abuse has evolved, and social media empowers us to question the systems in place.
This case highlights the importance on challenging decisions and seeking truth, even when guilt is not in question. “I believe in the justice system’s ability to evolve, and I am grateful for a society where we can challenge decisions and seek justice,” she wrote, concluding her stat.
