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NBC Los Angeles on MSNMenendez brothers' comprehensive risk assessment: Will it help or hurt their shot at freedom?As Lyle and Erik Menendez continue to push for freedom, a Los Angeles judge will decide whether to include a report, which evaluates how much danger the brothers may pose to the public, in court hearings set for next week.
According to the DA, Clemency evaluation has assessed the risk the Menéndez Brothers would pose to the public if released, and found it moderate. The conclusion was reached after California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked for a comprehensive risk assessment.
When the brothers fatally shot José and Kitty Menendez on Aug. 20, 1989, Lyle Menendez was 21. Erik Menendez was 18. Gascón’s position has been championed by some high-profile celebrities and relatives of José and Kitty who have continued to speak out on behalf of the brothers.