In the US, depending on the state, murder need not require intent to kill or cause death. For example, 3rd degree murder in Minnesota explicitly states that the perpetrator acted without intent to cause death [1].
The theory behind murder requiring intent is very reasonable but, at least by statute, isn't actual legal practice.
The theory behind murder requiring intent is very reasonable but, at least by statute, isn't actual legal practice.
[1]: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/609.195