đź’¨ Abstract

The article primarily discusses the scheduled execution of Oscar Smith, 75, in Tennessee, set for May 22, 2025. Smith was convicted in 1990 for killing his estranged wife and her two teenage sons. His execution was previously halted in 2022 due to issues with the lethal drugs and procedural errors. Smith maintains his innocence, and there is ongoing litigation regarding new execution protocols and the handling of his case.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff