Amnesty International and human rights supporters are calling on Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe to halt the execution of Lance Shockley, citing alleged trial irregularities and the U.S. Supreme Court's refusal to hear his appeal.
Despite the pleas, Governor Kehoe has refused to grant clemency to Lance Shockley, who is scheduled to be executed on October 14.
Amnesty International urgently calls on Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe to act now to stop the scheduled execution of Lance Shockley.
Justin Mazzola, Amnesty International USA Deputy Director for Research, urged the governor to grant clemency, citing an outpouring of support for Lance Shockley to live.
Author's summary: Missouri Governor denies clemency to Lance Shockley despite human rights pleas.