# Christa Pike released from hospital

> Christa Pike, 50, recovering in prison after surviving lethal injection attempt.
- Title: Christa Pike released from hospital · Valleynewslive
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/10/10/christa-pike-released-hospital-now-recovering-prison
- Published: 2026-10-10T15:55:07.065+00:00
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## Christa Pike released from hospital
Christa Pike has been discharged from a hospital and returned to the Tennessee prison where she has been housed for more than 30 years.
## Recovering in prison after medical incident
Pike, 50, survived two doses of pentobarbital as the state sought to give her a lethal injection eight days ago for the 1995 beating and stabbing death of classmate Colleen Slemmer.
## Medical progress in prison
Her first steps on Wednesday were limited, and she required assistance walking on Thursday, regaining mobility in her arms and eating for the first time.
## Key takeaway

Christa Pike survived a lethal injection attempt and is now recovering in prison with medical care.