The Murdaugh Files: An Investigative Tour

Hosted by Investigative Journalist James Seidel

Not a sightseeing tour. An Murdaugh investigation you walk through.

For years, James Seidel has covered the Murdaugh saga and the Stephen Smith case from the courtroom to the crime scenes — through original reporting, books, interviews, and trial coverage most people only saw secondhand. Now he’s taking a small group of guests through the same ground, in person, for one full day.

Books Written:

• Defending Alex Murdaugh
• Because Enough is Enough by Juror 785
• Heartbreak on Sandy Run Rd

This is South Carolina’s only tour of its kind: a documented, fact-based walk through the locations, timeline, and evidence behind one of the most-covered criminal cases in modern American history — led by the person who’s spent years reporting it, not a script.

What You’ll Experience

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Colleton and Hampton Counties

Every stop is built on court testimony, investigative records, and verified reporting — not rumor, not speculation.

Colleton County Courthouse Where the trial happened. Courtroom exhibits, trial strategy, and the verdict, explained by someone who was there.

Moselle The public areas surrounding the property where Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were killed. Aerial photography, maps, and timelines walk you through how investigators reconstructed June 7, 2021. We will spend considerable time here with some investigative tests performed in public areas.

Lunch at Fat Jack’s, Walterboro A working lunch — open discussion, questions from the morning’s stops.

Old Salkehatchie Road The site of the roadside incident that cracked open Alex Murdaugh’s financial crimes.

Almeda The tiny crossroads of Almeda [Alex’s Parent’s Former Home] are surprisingly important because of their proximity to Moselle and the route taken before and after the murders.

The Stephen Smith Investigation Sandy Run Road, where Stephen was found. A close look at the competing theories, the publicly known evidence, and where the investigation stands today.

Stephen Smith’s Gravesite A moment to pause and reflect — on his life, and on the questions his family is still owed answers to.

PMPD – Alex’s former law firm

Murdaugh Family Cemetery Closing the day with the rise and collapse of one of South Carolina’s most powerful legal dynasties.

Additional public-road stops connected to the case may be included, always with respect for private property and the surrounding community.

A Note on How We Do This

These are real cases with real victims and families still living with the aftermath — including the Smith family, who are still searching for answers. This tour is built on verified facts and public record, told with care, not sensationalism. [a portion of proceeds supports ongoing efforts to find answers in the Stephen Smith case.]

What’s Included

Every guest receives an exclusive investigative packet:

• Detailed timelines & maps
• Family trees
• Court exhibits & crime scene diagrams
• Key testimony excerpts
• Historic photographs
• Investigative notes and reference materials

• My opinion on who did the murders, and how, with a real time demonstration.

You’ll follow along with the physical packet at each stop as the story comes together in real time.

@crimeandcask The Alex Murdaugh Investigative Tour is about to begin by yours truly, Crime and Cask! Come with me on a full day tour around Colleton and Hampton County. Visit CrimeandCask.com to reserve your spot today. #crimeandcask #alexmurdaugh #stephensmith #murdaughtrial #tour ♬ original sound – Crime and Cask

Who This Is For

True crime enthusiasts. Journalists. Legal professionals. Students. Anyone who’s watched the documentaries, read the books, followed every hearing — and wants to see it firsthand, guided by someone who covered it as it happened, and is happening.

Reserve Your Spot

Groups are intentionally small — limited to a minimum of [4] guests to a maximum of [6] guests per tour — to keep the day conversational and leave real room for questions. Message us for larger group and group rates.

📩 Join the waitlist to be first notified when dates and pricing go live: [email protected]

Additional specialty tours are in development, including the 2019 boat crash case and other notable Lowcountry investigations.

The Murdaugh Files: An Investigative Tour Because every location tells part of the story.

Good to Know

Licensed & Insured. This tour operates as a fully licensed and insured business.

Transportation. Guests are welcome to drive themselves between stops, following the group at each location. Prefer to sit back and let someone else navigate? Guided transportation is available for an additional charge, which covers the added insurance coverage required to drive guests.

Waiver. All guests are required to sign a liability waiver prior to the start of the tour.

Lunch will be at Fat Jack’s, as seen on CourtTV in Walterboro, and is included in the tour.

Autographed Book signed by the author, James Seidel for each person.

A Free subscription to our exclusive Murdaugh Murders X2 Podcast for two months.

Drinks and Snacks will be provided. If you have dietary restrictions, please bring your own.

Photography is allowed, but please be respectful when on sacred spots.

Tour Cost

Premium Murdaugh Files: An Investigative Tour – $179 per person

Reserve your tour today by clicking HERE.

 

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Tour Information

Tour dates, departure times, stops, and itineraries are subject to change based on court schedules [When Colleton is in session we cannot go inside], weather, road conditions, seasonal considerations, and other operational needs to ensure the best possible experience.

A minimum of four (4) confirmed guests is required for each tour to operate. If the minimum number of participants is not met, guests will be offered the option to transfer to the next available tour date or receive a full refund.

Because many locations included in the tour are private property, all viewing is conducted from public roads or other lawful public access areas. The tour is designed to provide a factual, evidence-based overview of the cases while respecting the privacy of local residents and property owners.

Larger groups can be accommodated by emailing us

This waiver must be signed the day of the tour. WAIVER  

Tours do not include private property, the Moselle home or dog kennels. 

About the Author

James Seidel

Administrator

About the CC News Network James Seidel: Publisher, Award Winning Journalist, Author. Investigator, Podcaster, Talk Show Host, and Music Producer. The CC News Network is a distinguished media company in the world of South Carolina News, Weather, Sports and True Crime. At the beginning, James Seidel was only known as Crime and Cask and well known for his relentless pursuit of truth and justice in the Alex Murdaugh trial. As a journalist, author, investigator, radio talk show host, and record producer he has made significant contributions to uncovering some of the most complex and high-profile criminal cases of our time.

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