The former housekeeper for the Murdaugh family, Blanca Turrubiate-Simpson, has revealed a chilling moment when she visited the dog kennels on the estate that changed her life forever. In an exclusive account provided to the media, Blanca disclosed finding a lock of Maggie Murdaugh’s hair in the kennels, where Maggie had been tragically shot by her husband, Alex Murdaugh. The heart-wrenching discovery sheds light on the dark events that unfolded at the Murdaugh estate in June 2021.
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Blanca Turrubiate-Simpson shared her experience of working closely with Maggie Murdaugh and her son, Paul, before the devastating incident that took their lives. Following the brutal murders, Alex Murdaugh, who was later convicted of the crimes and sentenced to life in prison, asked Blanca and her husband to manage the vast property. The day after the killings, Blanca was asked to clean up the house, a task that led her to make a chilling discovery at the kennels where the bodies were found.
As Blanca and her husband took on the responsibility of managing the property, they had to visit the kennels where Maggie and Paul were found. It was during one of these visits that Blanca stumbled upon the lock of Maggie’s hair, a poignant reminder of the tragic events that had unfolded on the estate. The discovery left a lasting impact on Blanca, who described the crime scene as hauntingly unchanged since the day of the murders.
In her memoir, titled ‘Within the House of Murdaugh: Amid a Unique Friendship – Blanca and Maggie,’ co-authored with Mary Frances Weaver, Blanca delves into the intricate details of her relationship with the Murdaugh family. From caring for their homes to witnessing their downfall amidst legal troubles and personal tragedies, Blanca’s account provides a unique perspective on the events leading up to the fateful day in June 2021.
The book sheds light on the once-influential status of the Murdaugh family, their affluent lifestyle, and the unraveling of their reputation following a series of unfortunate events. Blanca recounts how the family’s happy existence turned into a nightmare when Paul Murdaugh’s involvement in a fatal boating accident in 2019 triggered a chain of events that ultimately led to the murders of Maggie and Paul.
Blanca Turrubiate-Simpson’s memoir offers a poignant portrayal of her time spent with the Murdaugh family and the shocking revelations that came to light in the aftermath of the tragic killings. Her account provides a unique insight into the dynamics within the Murdaugh household, painting a vivid picture of the events that transpired before and after the devastating loss of Maggie and Paul.
As Blanca’s story continues to captivate readers, her memoir serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the devastating impact of senseless violence. The chilling account of finding Maggie’s hair in the kennels serves as a sobering reminder of the tragedy that befell the Murdaugh family and the lasting scars it left on those who were closest to them.