NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 18, 2026Hillsborough
Florida executes man convicted of killing estranged wife
The state of Florida is scheduled to carry out an execution on Tuesday for a man convicted of fatally shooting his estranged wife and wounding his mother-in-law. This event marks the 13th execution conducted in the state during 2026.
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This execution represents the 13th use of in Florida during 2026, reflecting the state's current application of the death penalty under the administration of Governor Ron DeSantis.
Key Facts
- The state of Florida is carrying out an execution on Tuesday.
- This is the 13th execution performed in Florida in 2026.
- The individual being executed was convicted of fatally shooting his estranged wife.
- The individual was also convicted of wounding his mother-in-law.
- This execution occurs during the final term of Governor Ron DeSantis.
Who's Mentioned
personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida”personDaniel Owen Conahan Jr.“Inmate scheduled for execution on Sept. 10”organizationCapital Collateral Regional Counsel“Legal representation for death row inmates”personHarold Gene Lucas“Inmate scheduled for execution on Sept. 1”personWilliam Frances Silvia“Death row inmate scheduled for execution”locationFlorida State Prison“Site of the scheduled execution”locationFlorida“Jurisdiction where the execution is taking place.”