LIVE: Melissa Lucio execution: Texas Court of Criminal Appeals issues stay
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has granted a stay of Melissa Lucio's execution, according to Texas Rep. Jeff Leach.Lucio was convicted of killing her 2-year-old daughter, Mariah, in Harlingen 15 years ago. Her execution was scheduled for Wednesday.Just 3 days before Melissa Lucio’s set execution, here’s how Texas could step in to halt itHer lawyers say new evidence shows Mariah's injuries were caused by a fall down a staircase. They also believe Lucio may h
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