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Mark David Chapman, John Lennon's Killer, Denied Parole for 14th Time

State records show the 70-year-old remains at Green Haven pending a February 2027 review.

FILE - In this May 13, 1968 file photo, singer John Lennon appears during a press conference at the Hotel Americana in New York. (AP Photo, File)
FILE - Flowers and a homemade tribute left by fans of the legendary musician adorn a memorial to John Lennon at Strawberry Fields in Central Park, one day before the 35th anniversary of his death, Monday, Dec. 7, 2015, in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens, File)
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Overview

  • New York corrections officials posted the latest decision online following Chapman's Aug. 27 parole interview.
  • The denial marks his 14th unsuccessful bid since becoming eligible for parole in 2000.
  • The transcript of the most recent hearing has not yet been released by the state.
  • Chapman is serving a 20-years-to-life sentence for fatally shooting Lennon outside The Dakota in 1980.
  • Yoko Ono has long opposed his release, and prior hearing records show Chapman expressing remorse and acknowledging a motive of seeking fame.