Orenthal James "O.J." Simpson, former football star, is set to have a parole hearing in July, according to the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC). Although the exact date has not been announced, the hearing will occur sometime during that month.
Simpson has been serving a 33-year prison sentence since 2007 at the Lovelock Correctional Center in northeastern Nevada. His conviction stems from charges including kidnapping, robbery, and assault with a deadly weapon.
Simpson was acquitted in the criminal trial for the 1994 murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman.
"Brown Simpson and Goldman were found stabbed to death at Brown Simpson's home on June 13, 1994."
If granted parole, Simpson could be released by October. News 4-Fox 11 plans to provide full coverage of the parole hearing as the situation develops.
"News 4-Fox 11 will have complete coverage of the parole hearing. This is a developing news story."
Readers are encouraged to check back for updates in the coming days.
Author's summary: O.J. Simpson's parole hearing is set for July as he continues serving a 33-year sentence, with potential release in October pending the hearing's outcome.