US to Witness First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years: South Carolina Set to Carry Out Death Sentence
2025-03-07
Reuters
In a historic and controversial move, South Carolina is set to execute a man convicted of two murders by firing squad, marking the first use of this method in the US in over 15 years. This execution has sparked debate about capital punishment and the use of firing squads. The event is expected to draw national attention and raise questions about the ethics of such methods. With the use of capital punishment and execution methods being highly debated topics, this event is likely to be closely watched by human rights advocates and lawmakers. The execution is scheduled to take place on Friday, reigniting the discussion on death penalty and its implications.