Mark Fuhrman, ex-detective convicted of lying during OJ Simpson murder trial, dies
Mark Fuhrman, a former Los Angeles police detective known for his role in the OJ Simpson murder trial, has passed away. He was convicted of lying during his testimony in the high-profile case, which drew significant media attention and public scrutiny. Fuhrman died on May 12, 2026, though the cause of death has not been disclosed.
- ▪Mark Fuhrman was one of the first detectives to investigate the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman.
- ▪His credibility was challenged during the trial due to allegations of racial bias and past use of racial slurs.
- ▪Fuhrman retired from the Los Angeles Police Department following Simpson's acquittal in 1995.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onMark Fuhrman, ex-detective convicted of lying during OJ Simpson murder trial, diesFormer Los Angeles police detective Mark Fuhrman, who was convicted of lying during testimony at the OJ Simpson murder trial, has diedByThe Associated PressMay 18, 2026, 6:58 PM1:48BOISE, Idaho -- Former Los Angeles police detective Mark Fuhrman, who was convicted of lying during testimony at the OJ Simpson murder trial, has died. Fuhrman was one of the first two police detectives sent to investigate the 1994 killings of Simpson’s ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend, Ronald Goldman, in Los Angeles.
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