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Tennessee Execution Survivor Unconscious
Tennessee execution survivor Christa Pike remains unconscious on ventilator after failed lethal injection.
In brief
Tennessee execution survivor Christa Pike remains unconscious on ventilator after failed lethal injection. Tennessee’s failed execution of Christa Pike left her unconscious on ventilator with critical injuries. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Christa Pike's Condition
Christa Pike was left gravely ill, unconscious and hospitalized on life support after Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute her by lethal injection.
Lawyers' Emergency Motion
Her lawyers filed an emergency motion seeking a court order for Tennessee’s Department of Correction to preserve evidence from Wednesday night’s botched execution.
Critical Condition
Pike remained intubated and hooked to a mechanical ventilator to breathe after two doses of pentobarbital were administered intravenously.
Hospital Staff Efforts
Hospital staff were working to save Pike’s life and clear pentobarbital from her system, her attorneys said.
Location of Execution
The failed execution occurred at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville, the state capital.
Here's the gist
Tennessee’s failed execution of Christa Pike left her unconscious on ventilator with critical injuries.
