ICYMI: A Texas appeals court has halted the execution of death row inmate Rodney Reed after outcry over new evidence that raises serious doubts about his guilt. (TPRNews)
Earlier Friday, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles recommended to Gov. Greg Abbott that Reed be given a reprieve.Reed was convicted of the 1996 rape and murder of 19-year-old Stacey Stites in Bastrop County, Texas.Rodney Reed's attorney Bryce Benjet from the Innocence Project describes the court ruling that stopped Reed's execution, what happens next and Kim Kardashian's visit on Friday.
Reed’s supporters point out that new evidence raises serious doubts about his guilt. They point out that the murder weapon, a leather belt found near the scene, has never undergone DNA testing. The case has drawn national attention from celebrities and lawmakers from both parties, who have thrown their support behind Reed, who maintains his innocence. Kim Kardashian visited Reed Friday before the board granted the stay.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
Texas parole board recommends delaying Rodney Reed executionThe Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles recommended a 120-day delay for the execution of inmate Rodney Reed, whose conviction for a 1996 killing is being questioned by new evidence. The decision now goes to Gov. Greg Abbott.
Baca lebih lajut »
Texas parole board recommends delaying Rodney Reed executionThe Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles on Friday recommended delaying the execution of inmate Rodney Reed, whose conviction is being questioned by new evidence that his supporters say raises serious doubts about his guilt. The parole board unanimously recommended a 120-day reprieve for Reed. The board
Baca lebih lajut »
Rodney Reed execution: Texas parole board recommends 120-day reprieveThe Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has recommended that Gov. Greg Abbott grant a 120-day reprieve to Rodney Reed, an inmate set to be executed next week
Baca lebih lajut »
Texas court blocks Rodney Reed executionCNN News, delivered. Select from our newsletters below and enter your email to subscribe.
Baca lebih lajut »
Texas Court Suspends Rodney Reed ExecutionRodney Reed will not be executed next week — and he'll be allowed to present new evidence of his innocence in court
Baca lebih lajut »