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Erik Menendez Back at San Diego Prison Following Kidney Stone Surgery

He returned to Richard J. Donovan facility, preparing for an August 21–22 parole hearing under Governor Newsom’s review of his medical furlough request.

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Overview

  • The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation confirmed Menendez was discharged from a week‐long hospital stay and returned to custody on Monday.
  • Talia Menéndez and official statements revealed he underwent multiple surgeries this month after complications from large kidney stones in both kidneys.
  • Governor Gavin Newsom is evaluating a furlough request based on Menendez’s serious medical condition ahead of the scheduled parole board hearing.
  • In May, a judge resentenced Erik and Lyle Menendez to 50 years to life under California’s youthful offender law, making them eligible for parole.
  • A comprehensive risk assessment ordered by Newsom will guide the parole board’s recommendation before the governor decides on any clemency action.