Death Penalty Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina
41-year-old Mikal Mahdi, a death row inmate in South Carolina, has chosen to have his execution carried out by firing squad, following in the footsteps of double murderer Brad Sigmon who was executed the same way in March 2025. Mahdi's lawyer stated that he chose the firing squad as the lesser of three evils, compared to the electric chair or lethal injection.
Key Points
- Mikal Mahdi and Brad Sigmon chose the firing squad over other methods of execution
- Mahdi's lawyer referred to the firing squad as the lesser of three evils
Pros
- Allows inmates to choose their method of execution
Cons
- Controversial and considered by some as barbaric and inhumane