US Sees First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years: South Carolina Inmate Put to Death
2025-03-08
The Independent
In a historic event, Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old death row inmate, has been executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the first time this method has been used in the US in 15 years. Sigmon was convicted of the brutal double murder of his ex-girlfriend's parents. This execution has sparked debate about capital punishment and the use of firing squads, with some arguing it's a more humane method. The incident has raised questions about the future of executions in the US, with keywords like 'capital punishment', 'firing squad', and 'death row' being closely associated with the topic. The execution of Sigmon serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding this issue.