Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old man, was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the first use of this execution method in 15 years. Convicted of brutally murdering his ex-girlfriend's parents in 2001, Sigmon opted for firing squad as an alternative to lethal injection and the electric chair, both of which he deemed torturous. His execution has reignited debates over the ethics of the death penalty, particularly the methods employed. Activists protested ahead of the execution, while Sigmon's lawyer voiced concerns about the cruel nature of his choices for execution.
Sigmon's execution by firing squad marks the first such execution in the US in 15 years, reflecting ongoing debates about execution methods and prison reform.
Sigmon, serving time for the brutal murder of his ex-girlfriend's parents, chose firing squad over lethal injection or the electric chair, citing concerns over the latter methods.
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