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This July 1, 2016 photo from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation shows Robert Kenneth Beausoleil. On Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019, a California parole panel has for the first time recommended that Charles Manson follower Beausoleil be freed after nearly a half-century in prison. The decision will be considered by California's incoming governor, Gavin Newsom, who could block the release. Beausoleil was convicted in the 1969 slaying of musician Gary Hinman, and not involved in the most notorious killings of actress Sharon Tate and six others. (California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation via AP)

Charles Manson follower, murderer recommended for parole

By DON THOMPSON - Associated Press

This July 1, 2016 photo from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation shows Robert Kenneth Beausoleil. On Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019, a California parole panel has for the first time recommended that Charles Manson follower Beausoleil be freed after nearly a half-century in prison. The decision will be considered by California's incoming governor, Gavin Newsom, who could block the release. Beausoleil was convicted in the 1969 slaying of musician Gary Hinman, and not involved in the most notorious killings of actress Sharon Tate and six others. (California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation via AP)

Robert Beausoleil, Charles Manson follower, recommended for parole

By Don Thompson - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 15, 1970 file photo, Robert Beausoleil leaves Los Angeles County Superior court. California officials have denied parole for the follower of cult leader Charles Manson who is serving a life prison term for a murder he committed 47 years ago. Parole officials announced Friday, Oct. 14, 2016, that Beausoleil will remain in prison for the 1969 death of musician Gary Hinman. (AP Photo/David F. Smith, File)

Manson follower denied parole for 1969 murder

By DON THOMPSON - Associated Press