NewsWFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)August 12, 2026Hillsborough
Governor DeSantis signs death warrant for convicted murderer Daniel Conahan
Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a death warrant for 72-year-old Daniel Conahan, who was convicted of the 1996 kidnapping and murder of Richard Montgomery. The warrant sets the legal process in motion for the state to carry out the death penalty.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8 (Florida)Why It Matters
The signing of a establishes a specific timeline for the state to execute a prisoner convicted of capital murder.
Key Facts
- Governor Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant for Daniel Conahan on Tuesday.
- Daniel Conahan is 72 years old.
- Conahan was convicted for the 1996 kidnapping and murder of Richard Montgomery.
- Conahan is a suspected serial killer.
Who's Mentioned
personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who signed the death warrant.”personRichard Montgomery“Victim of the 1996 murder for which Conahan was convicted.”locationSarasota County“Location where other victims were found.”locationCharlotte County“Location where other victims were found.”personWilliam Silvia“Individual scheduled for execution on August 18, 2026.”personPatricia Silvia“Victim of the 2006 murder for which William Silvia was convicted.”personDaniel Conahan“Convicted murderer and subject of the death warrant.”