Historical Events tagged with "deathpenalty"

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Crime & Law

Ted Bundy Executed by Electric Chair

January 24th, 1989 36 years ago

Ted Bundy, a notorious American serial killer, was executed in the electric chair at the Florida State Prison. Bundy was convicted of the murders of over 30 young women during the 1970s, and his criminal exploits garnered extensive media attention. His execution followed years of appeals and public outcry surrounding his crimes. The event marked a controversial moment in American criminal justice, highlighting the debates over the death penalty and the societal impact of violent crime.

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