Marcellus Williams Faces Execution in Missouri at 6 p.m. CST Amid Controversy

Sep 24, 2024, 07:28 PM

Marcellus Williams is scheduled for execution today in Missouri, despite significant controversy surrounding his conviction. Williams' case has drawn widespread attention due to allegations of mishandled evidence, racial bias in jury selection, and claims of innocence. His execution would be the third in Missouri this year and the 100th since the state resumed executions in 1989. The victim's family and the prosecutor's office that originally put Williams on death row are both opposing the execution, an unprecedented combination. Williams' defense team has filed an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, citing constitutional errors and racial bias at his trial. Williams has been on death row for over 20 years. The governor of Missouri, Mike Parson, has the authority to grant clemency but has so far refused to do so. The execution is scheduled for 6 p.m. CST. Williams' son stated, 'I got hope a miracle happens. This is wrong. I believe my father is truly innocent.'