Dorthy Moxley, mother of slain Connecticut teen, dies at 92 after decades of seeking justice

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Dorthy Moxley, mother of murder victim Martha Moxley, has died at 92 in New Jersey. She spent nearly 50 years seeking justice for her daughter, who was killed in 1975 in Greenwich, Connecticut. Martha Moxley was 15 when she was murdered, and the case involved a suspect from the Kennedy family. Despite decades of investigation, the case faced numerous challenges and legal battles. In 2020, prosecutors decided not to retry Michael Skakel, who had been convicted in connection with the murder but was released in 2013. Dorthy Moxley was known for her grace and empathy throughout her fight for justice.


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