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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Eugene Johnson

Confusion among prison officials after Christa Pike’s botched execution delayed help: 911 audio

The emergency response for Christa Pike’s botched execution was delayed due to confusion between first responders and Tennessee prison officials, according to 911 dispatch recordings.

Minutes passed as officials and responders tried to decide whether a request for emergency help in the chamber was legitimate. The first call came in at 8:40 p.m., more than half an hour before prison officials confirmed it was indeed a medical crisis.

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