Texas lawmakers, including author John Grisham, implore Governor Greg Abbott to halt the execution of Robert Roberson, convicted for killing his 2-year-old daughter, due to disputed shaken baby syndrome evidence and supporters'

A bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers, including author John Grisham, is urging Governor Greg Abbott and the Board of Pardons and Paroles to stop the impending execution of Robert Roberson, scheduled for October 17. Convicted in 2002 for killing his 2-year-old daughter, Roberson's case relies on disputed shaken baby syndrome evidence. Supporters argue he is innocent, citing alternative medical explanations for his daughter's death and questioning the validity of his conviction.

September 17, 2024
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