Primary Country (Mandatory)

United States

Other Country (Optional)

Set News Language for United States

Primary Language (Mandatory)
English
Other Language[s] (Optional)
No other language available

Set News Language for World

Primary Language (Mandatory)
English
Other Language(s) (Optional)

Set News Source for United States

Primary Source (Mandatory)
CNN
Other Source[s] (Optional)

Set News Source for World

Primary Source (Mandatory)
AajTak
Other Source(s) (Optional)
  • Countries
    • India
    • United States
    • Qatar
    • Germany
    • China
    • Canada
    • World
  • Categories
    • National
    • International
    • Business
    • Entertainment
    • Sports
    • Special
    • All Categories
  • Available Languages for United States
    • English
  • All Languages
    • English
    • Hindi
    • Arabic
    • German
    • Chinese
    • French
  • Sources
    • India
      • AajTak
      • NDTV India
      • The Hindu
      • India Today
      • Zee News
      • NDTV
      • BBC
      • The Wire
      • News18
      • News 24
      • The Quint
      • ABP News
      • Zee News
      • News 24
    • United States
      • CNN
      • Fox News
      • Al Jazeera
      • CBSN
      • NY Post
      • Voice of America
      • The New York Times
      • HuffPost
      • ABC News
      • Newsy
    • Qatar
      • Al Jazeera
      • Al Arab
      • The Peninsula
      • Gulf Times
      • Al Sharq
      • Qatar Tribune
      • Al Raya
      • Lusail
    • Germany
      • DW
      • ZDF
      • ProSieben
      • RTL
      • n-tv
      • Die Welt
      • Süddeutsche Zeitung
      • Frankfurter Rundschau
    • China
      • China Daily
      • BBC
      • The New York Times
      • Voice of America
      • Beijing Daily
      • The Epoch Times
      • Ta Kung Pao
      • Xinmin Evening News
    • Canada
      • CBC
      • Radio-Canada
      • CTV
      • TVA Nouvelles
      • Le Journal de Montréal
      • Global News
      • BNN Bloomberg
      • Métro
Men's Straight-Fit Pant Buy Now
Women's Short Sleeve Basic Slim Fit Tops Buy Now
3-in-1 Charger for iPhone, AirPods, Apple Watch Buy Now
Men's 2 Pack Slim Fit T-Shirts Buy Now
Fire TV 40 inch 2-Series Smart TV Buy Now
GoPro Fusion CHDHZ-103-FW 360 Buy Now
Tie Dye Seamless Leggings Buy Now
Casio MDV106: Unisex Analog Diver's Watch Buy Now
Men's Pleated Trousers Buy Now
Crystal Rhinestone Statement Necklace Buy Now
Rimless Rectangle Sunglasses for Men Buy Now
Men's Shawl Collar Cardigans Buy Now
Basics Household Tool Kit With Storage Case Buy Now
Anne Klein Bracelet Watch Buy Now
Google Pixel 6a Android Phone Buy Now
BALEAF Fleece-Lined Winter Leggings Buy Now
Shark FlexBreeze Fan Buy Now
Crystal Accented Bracelet Watch Buy Now
CRZ Yoga Pima Cotton Cropped Tank Buy Now
Wildpier Dermaplaning Tool Buy Now
MoreBack to News Headlines
Texas Executes Ramiro Gonzales, Despite Reversal From Doctor Who Helped Send Him To Death Row

Texas Executes Ramiro Gonzales, Despite Reversal From Doctor Who Helped Send Him To Death Row

HuffPost
Thursday, June 27, 2024 12:36 AM GMT

Gonzales “does not pose a threat of future danger to society,” psychiatrist Edward Gripon wrote after his 2022 reevaluation.

Texas executed Ramiro Gonzales on Wednesday despite a stunning reversal from a psychiatrist who helped send him to death row 17 years ago.

Gonzales, 41, was killed by lethal injection as punishment for kidnapping, raping and murdering Bridget Townsend when they were both 18. At the time, Gonzales was struggling with drug addiction. He killed Townsend, his drug dealer’s girlfriend, while trying to steal drugs. He had turned 18 two months before the killing, making him barely old enough to be legally eligible to be sentenced to death.

“The Ramiro who the state of Texas killed tonight was not the Ramiro who committed these crimes twenty years ago,” Gonzales’ lawyers, Thea Posel and Raoul Schonemann said in a statement. “The Ramiro who left this world was, by all accounts, a deeply spiritual, generous, patient, and intentional person, full of remorse, someone whose driving force was love. He sought to spread and embody love in all aspects of his life, even in the deprivation and physical isolation of death row where he lived for the past 18 years.”

“Ramiro knew he took something from this world he could never give back,” Gonzales’ lawyers said. “He lived with that shame every day, and it shaped the person he worked so hard to become. If this country’s legal system was intended to encourage rehabilitation, he would be an exemplar.”

Patricia Townsend, the mother of Bridget Townsend, previously told USA Today that Gonzales’ execution would be a “joyful occasion” for her family, noting that it took place on her daughter’s birthday. Bridget Townsend “was a beautiful person who loved life and loved people,” she said. “Every time she was with somebody she hadn’t seen in a while, she had to hug ’em.”

Read full story on HuffPost
Share this story on:-
Run 3 Space | Play Space Running GamePlay Run 3, the ultimate space tunnel running game with 300+ challenging levels!Adv.
Traffic Jam 3D | Online Racing GameTraffic Jam 3D is a game where you’ll be driving through heavy traffic.Adv.
Duck Hunt | Play Old Classic GamePlay the classic 1984 light gun shooter game Duck Hunt on your browser.Adv.
More Related News
James Carville Gives Fox News Viewers An Uncomfortable Reminder About Jeffrey Epstein

The right-wing network doesn't often mention the late sex offender or his ties to President Donald Trump.

Kelly Osbourne Pays Tribute To Dad Ozzy In A Very Black Sabbath Way Following His Death

The heavy metal icon's daughter made a heartfelt nod to a shared musical memory with her father.

The White House Wants More States To Redraw House Maps To Help GOP. Democrats Are Readying A Fight.

The White House is focusing on redistricting efforts beyond Texas to help Republicans maintain control of the U.S. House in 2026.

Elizabeth Warren Slams Trump As 'Wannabe King' Amid Colbert Cancellation 'Coincidence'

The senator criticized the president and raised pointed questions about CBS’s decision to end "The Late Show."

Trump Bizarrely Claims He Wants Elon Musk To ‘Thrive’ After Threatening Him

In the latest twist in their ongoing feud, Trump is doing a total 180 on his recent suggestion to axe Musk's federal contracts.

Man Accused Of Attempting To Assassinate Trump Can Represent Himself At Trial, Judge Says

A federal judge says a man charged with trying to assassinate President Donald Trump last year in South Florida can represent himself during his trial.

Attorney General Pam Bondi Pulls Out Of Anti-Trafficking Event Over Medical Issue

The timing is curious, as the Jeffrey Epstein fallout continues to rage on.

Tesla Shares Sink As Elon Musk Predicts 'Rough Quarters' Ahead

The electric car maker reported another quarter of terrible financial results late Wednesday.

Trump Gives Telling 6-Word Response On Epstein Fallout Behind Closed Doors: Report

The Epstein controversy continues to gain momentum despite the president’s repeated efforts to quell interest in the story.

Trump To Visit The Federal Reserve, Ramping Up Pressure On Jerome Powell

The president has lambasted the U.S. central bank chief repeatedly for not cutting interest rates more aggressively, musing publicly about firing him.

Jeffrey Epstein Asked About Himself, Trump And Underage Girls In Resurfaced Video

The convicted sex offender was asked about his "personal relationship" with the future president in this 2010 deposition video.

Trump Funding Freeze Is Another 'Nail In The Coffin’ For Public Schools

The withholding of funds could lead to teacher layoffs and the cancellation of after school programs for millions of kids.

Bryan Kohberger Sentenced To Life In Prison After Pleading Guilty To Murdering 4 Idaho College Students

His guilty plea allowed him to dodge the death penalty.

Parking Slot | Free Parking GamePlay Parking Slot, the best online 3D car driving and parking game.Adv.
Slope Ball Run - Play OnlineSlope Game takes you on an exciting journey of a ball on special paths.Adv.
Ex-ABC Reporter Who Trashed Stephen Miller Shares The Cruel Truth That Got Him Fired

Terry Moran broke down exactly what's "deeply wrong" about President Donald Trump's senior White House aide.

Democrats, Advocates Criticize Trump's Executive Order On Homelessness

“Moving people from one street to the next or from the street to jail and back again will not solve this problem," Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said.

Donald Trump Wants To Punish Anyone Who Doesn’t Like Him

The president has turned his eyes towards the biggest platform for criticism: the media.

3-Year-Old In State Family Service Custody Died Inside Hot Car Parked For Hours: Lawyer

A lawyer representing the child's family said the temperature of the car where he was left inside for over five hours "likely exceeded 150 degrees."

Trump Has Defied Federal Judges To Install His Personal Attorney In A Powerful Role

Another Trump ally elevated to power, another court order ignored.

Donald Trump Doesn't Rule Out Pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell

The president said everything but "no" when asked repeatedly about the possibility.

Disgraced Former U.S. Rep. George Santos To Begin Serving His 7-Year Fraud Sentence

Santos pleaded guilty last summer to federal wire fraud and aggravated identity theft charges.

An Expensive Health Care Cliff Is Coming Unless Republicans Stop It

Enhanced premium tax credits for millions of people enrolled in Obamacare health insurance exchanges are due to expire this year.

Five Days In Immigration Court

"This is fishing in a stocked pool. You tell them, 'Show up at this location,' and then they show up and you grab them,” one federal agent involved with immigration court arrests told HuffPost.

Astronomer HR Chief Resigns After Getting Caught On Coldplay Concert Kiss Cam

Kristin Cabot's departure comes days after Andy Byron stepped down from his role as CEO of the tech company.

Elena Kagan Rings The Alarm On This 1 SCOTUS Practice

The liberal justice said the court has “a real responsibility that I think we didn’t recognize when we first started down this road.”

NYT Reveals 'Admiring Note' Trump Once Wrote To Jeffrey Epstein

The New York Times also published a photo of Trump and the sex offender financier posing with singer James Brown.

© 2008 - 2025 Webjosh  |  News Archive  |  Privacy Policy  |  Contact Us