Attorneys for Tennessee inmate worry state could use expired drugs for lethal injection
Attorneys for a Tennessee death row inmate are concerned that the state may use expired lethal injection drugs for his upcoming execution. The Tennessee Department of Correction has not confirmed whether the drugs are expired, raising worries about the potential for a painful execution. This issue reflects broader challenges faced by states in obtaining execution drugs amid increasing public opposition to the death penalty.
- ▪Attorneys for Tony Carruthers are worried about the use of expired lethal injection drugs at his execution.
- ▪The Tennessee Department of Correction has not disclosed the expiration status of the drugs planned for use.
- ▪Public opposition has made it difficult for states to obtain execution drugs, leading to delays and legal challenges.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onAttorneys for Tennessee inmate worry state could use expired drugs for lethal injectionAttorneys for a Tennessee death row inmate say they are concerned the state may be planning to use expired lethal injection drugs at a planned execution on ThursdayByTRAVIS LOLLER Associated PressMay 20, 2026, 4:49 PM1:43This Tennessee Department of Correction photo shows inmate Tony Carruthers. (Tennessee Department of Correction via AP)The Associated PressNASHVILLE, Tenn.
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