This Is Texas: Convicted Killer Christopher Young Executed Despite Victim’s Family Asking For Clemency
Christopher Young Executed
Texas has executed death row inmate Christopher Young, 34, on Tuesday, despite objections from the victim’s family.
According to CNN, at age 21, Young shot Hasmukh Patel, a 55-year-old store owner, during a robbery in November 2004. The Patel family supported clemency to spare Young’s life. Last week, Young’s request for clemency was rejected by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. His lawyers had filed legal challenges, arguing the fact their client was black played a role in the board’s decision to deny him clemency.
The victim’s son, Mitesh Patel, also had expressed disappointment in the board’s ruling, stating he felt Young was remorseful and his execution wouldn’t bring him closure. On Monday, Mitesh reportedly visited Young and says things got emotional for both of them. “I really do believe Chris Young today is not the person he was 14 years ago,” he said on Monday. “It’s really unfortunate that the board didn’t hear our request for clemency. I feel sadness for his family. They’re going to be walking down the same path my family has been on the last 14 years.”
Christopher Young, declared dead at 6:38 pm. Here's his final statement. pic.twitter.com/CLmXe7LGiQ
— Deven Clarke (@DevenClarke) July 17, 2018
He was pronounced dead at 6:38 p.m., according to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Do you think race was a factor here in the denial of Young’s clemency? Many people believe that the Texas Department of Criminal Justice was wrong for following through.
Here is some of what is being said:
Over many years working against the death penalty, I’ve often heard the argument that executions bring closure and justice to victims’ families. What about families who don’t want an execution? They are ignored by prosecutors, judges and politicians. Where’s the justice for them?
— Sister Helen Prejean (@helenprejean) July 17, 2018
Hit the flip for more.
If the victims family opposing execution (such as Christopher Young) was a valid legal issue, couldn't that encourage killers to target "nice" and "forgiving" people.
— Aaron (@deathrowpundit) July 17, 2018
Could you please explain to me who exactly benefits from this execution? Isn't the justice system about bringing justice? How is justice being served if not even the victim's family wants to see this execution happen? #ChristopherYoung
— Hans-Peter den Boer (@hanspeterdb) July 17, 2018
I waited to read the news until I got home from work because I was afraid Texas would not grant him clemency, glad I did because I am truly saddened that they executed #ChristopherYoung
— molly (@justmolls) July 18, 2018
I’m really failing to grasp how going against the wishes of the victims family is going to give them “justice” or provide them with any sort of closure. That’s what the death penalty is for at its roots, right? @GovAbbott #ChristopherYoung
— Court (@CourtBirmingham) July 17, 2018
If you followed the case , you would know that on the DNA results the Dr clearly said it isn’t 100% that it was that ladies saliva . It could potentially be someone else’s. That’s why he wasn’t guilty on that charge .
— 6alee (@_Jazzy_kushface) July 17, 2018
I must state that the act of murder is something I don’t support and I don’t condone. But I do believe in rehabilitation, reconciliation and redemption. Knowing the trauma Chris faced growing up and the pain he has experienced, I have empathy and compassion for him. pic.twitter.com/rpqq8eo14n
— COMMON (@common) July 10, 2018
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