Michael Skakel Speaks Out 50 Years After Martha Moxley Murder Case Remains Unresolved

HARTFORD, Conn. — November 23, 2025 — Michael Skakel, a relative of the Kennedy family, has spoken publicly for the first time in decades about the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley, a case that remains unsolved despite his previous conviction and subsequent release.

Skakel was convicted in 2002 for the killing of Moxley, a 15-year-old girl who was bludgeoned to death in her Greenwich, Connecticut neighborhood. He served 11 years in prison before his conviction was overturned in 2013 due to concerns over his legal representation and the handling of evidence, according to court records and officials.

The case has drawn national attention over the years, partly because of Skakel’s connection to the prominent Kennedy family. Despite renewed investigations and legal proceedings, no one has been definitively held responsible for Moxley’s death since Skakel’s release.

In a rare statement, Skakel addressed the case, expressing his ongoing frustration with the unresolved nature of the investigation. Authorities said he emphasized his desire for clarity and closure for Moxley’s family, though he maintained his innocence.

The murder occurred on the night of October 30, 1975, when Moxley was attacked outside her home. The crime shocked the affluent community of Greenwich and has since been the subject of multiple books, documentaries, and media coverage.

Following the overturning of Skakel’s conviction, prosecutors have continued to review the evidence, but no new charges have been filed. Officials have described the case as complex, with key witnesses and physical evidence presenting challenges to reaching a definitive conclusion.

Skakel’s family has remained largely private throughout the years, and his recent comments mark a significant moment in the ongoing dialogue surrounding the case. Legal experts note that while his conviction was reversed, the lack of alternative suspects has left the case in a state of limbo.

Martha Moxley’s murder remains one of Connecticut’s most enduring cold cases, symbolizing broader issues in the criminal justice system related to evidence, legal representation, and the long-term pursuit of justice.

Authorities continue to encourage anyone with information related to the case to come forward. Meanwhile, the community and Moxley’s relatives await further developments that might finally resolve the decades-old mystery.