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Re:Missouri executes a man despite prosecutors' push to over... by nataliste on Wednesday September 25, 2024 @06:33AM (#41645816)
He was also previously convicted for burglary and was already in detention and facing charges for an armed robbery when prosecutors learned of his involvement from his cell mate and girlfriend.
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Re:Missouri executes a man despite prosecutors' push to over... by janice1999 on Wednesday September 25, 2024 @08:35AM (#41646700)
Cell mate testimony is notoriously unreliable and a favorite of corrupt/lazy prosecutors. Neither had new evidence, they contradicted each other and both were looking for money and less prison time. I do not consider that credible enough evidence to kill someone over.

https://innocenceproject.org/who-is-marcellus-williams-man-f...

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Re:Missouri executes a man despite prosecutors' push to over... by nataliste on Wednesday September 25, 2024 @11:45AM (#41648683)
Well, given the full context of the case and not selective and disingenuous PR from motivated NGOs, I do consider it credible enough. Fortunately, I live in Missouri, and will continue to vote accordingly.
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