Death Row Inmate Chooses Firing Squad Execution
A South Carolina death row inmate has chosen to be executed by a firing squad, making him the fourth inmate in the U.S. to die this way. The inmate, Brad Sigmon, cited concerns over prolonged suffering from lethal injection. He was convicted of beating his ex-girlfriend's parents to death with a baseball bat in 2001. Sigmon's lawyers are seeking a delay in his execution date to gather more information. The state has resumed the death penalty after a 13-year pause, offering the firing squad as an alternative to lethal injection.
Key Points
- Sigmon chose firing squad over lethal injection or the electric chair
- Lawyers seek delay to gather more information
- State resumed death penalty after 13-year pause
Pros
- Inmate has the choice of execution method
Cons
- Involves violence and potential suffering