Texas executed Ivan Cantu, convicted of the 2000 murders of his cousin and his cousin’s fiancée, despite his continuous insistence on innocence.
Cantu’s final words maintained his innocence, expressing a desire for justice.
Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis asserted justice had been served after comprehensive court reviews.
Cantu’s execution proceeded smoothly, witnessed by family and journalists.
Advocates, including Kim Kardashian and Martin Sheen, sought a halt, citing concerns about a fair trial.
Cantu’s mother remained convinced of his innocence, while the prosecution emphasized evidence supporting guilt, including fingerprints and DNA analysis.
Despite juror concerns and a petition garnering 150,000 signatures, appeals were unsuccessful, leading to Cantu’s execution.
