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Christa Pike Survives Execution Attempt
Christa Pike, 50, survived lethal injection after botched execution attempt in Tennessee.
In brief
Christa Pike, 50, survived lethal injection after botched execution attempt in Tennessee. Christa Pike survived an execution attempt in Tennessee after being given a lethal injection, with her lawyers stating she is conscious and speaking despite severe injuries. Originally reported by LADbible.
Christa Pike Survives Execution Attempt
Christa Pike survived a botched execution attempt in Tennessee after receiving two doses of pentobarbital.
Pike Conscious and Speaking
Her lawyers confirmed Christa Pike is conscious, speaking, and receiving critical medical care despite severe arm injuries.
Execution Attempt Details
Pike, 50, was set to become the first woman executed in Tennessee in 200 years for the 1995 murder of Colleen Slemmer.
Pike's Statement During Attempt
Pike said, 'My arm feels like it’s about to burst open' and asked, 'Does this happen like that?' during the execution attempt.
“My arm feels like it’s about to burst open”
Tennessee Department of Correction Statement
Tennessee officials stated they followed the state’s execution protocol and transported Pike to an off-site medical facility.
Rescheduling Execution
Pike's lawyers and Tennessee officials are unsure if her execution will be rescheduled after the botched attempt.
Tennessee Halts Executions
Tennessee halted all executions until an investigation into the botched execution is completed.
The takeaway
Christa Pike survived an execution attempt in Tennessee after being given a lethal injection, with her lawyers stating she is conscious and speaking despite severe injuries.
