Lyle Menendez

Lyle Menendez is an American who gained notoriety for being convicted of participating in the murder of his father, Jose Menendez, and his mother, Kitty Menendez, in their California home in 1989. Along with his brother, Erik, Lyle was accused of planning and executing the double homicide, which was motivated by conflicts within the family. Lyle's trial and conviction attracted extensive media coverage, highlighting issues of family dynamics, psychological factors, and criminal justice processes. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.