US death row inmate Christa Pike awake and speaking after failed execution, lawyers say
A US death row inmate who was supposed to be executed has regained consciousness after being given a lethal injection. This is a rare occurrence with no previous recorded cases of someone surviving such an attempt. Her lawyers say she is now able to speak.
Why it's good news: It highlights the complexity and unpredictability of medical procedures, including those used in capital punishment cases.
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